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Understanding Applied Behavior Analysis: An Introduction to ABA for Parents, Teachers, and Other Professionals - Softcover

Book 7 of 16: JKP Essentials

Kearney, Albert J.

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9781843108603: Understanding Applied Behavior Analysis: An Introduction to ABA for Parents, Teachers, and Other Professionals
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1843108607 ISBN 13: 9781843108603
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley, 2008

Synopsis

Understanding applied behaviour analysis is a book that I have been waiting for, for quite some time. It is easy to read, factually correct, scientifically rigorous, and not to long (116 pages, including index). I enjoyed reading it and I will be recommending it to my students.'

- British Journal of Social Work

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is based on the premise that behavior can be influenced by changes in environment and by the reinforcing consequences of that behavior. This introductory guide to ABA demystifies the basic terminology, the underlying principles, and commonly-used procedures of ABA using accessible, everyday language.

Albert J. Kearney explains the kinds of learning and reinforcement processes that form the basis of ABA programs. Having covered these essential principles, he describes how the science of behavior analysis can be effectively applied to real life behavior problems. He looks at how behavior is assessed and various intervention techniques that are often employed with children who have autism and other special needs. Having laid these essential foundations, Kearney touches on more advanced topics: the applications of ABA in behavioral education, such as precision teaching and programmed instruction.

Clear, accessible, and with a structure that is easy-to-follow, this book is an essential introduction to the discipline of ABA and its applications for parents and professionals.

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About the Author

Albert J. Kearney is a clinical and school psychologist. He earned a degree in sociology and went on to study behavior modification at Boston College, USA. He received his doctorate in counseling psychology in 1976 and now has over thirty years' experience in the field.

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Publisher
Jessica Kingsley
Publication date
2008
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1843108607
ISBN 13 
9781843108603
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
1
Number of pages
117
Rating
  • 3.81 out of 5 stars
    149 ratings by Goodreads