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

Kearney, Albert J.

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9781849057851: Understanding Applied Behavior Analysis, Second Edition: An Introduction to ABA for Parents, Teachers, and other Professionals
Softcover
ISBN 10: 1849057850 ISBN 13: 9781849057851
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers, 2015

Synopsis

This introductory guide to ABA demystifies the often complex terminology, the underlying principles, and commonly-used procedures of ABA using accessible, everyday language.

This revised and updated edition reflects recent developments and introduces new key terms. 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.

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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 Publishers
Publication date
2015
Language
English
ISBN 10 
1849057850
ISBN 13 
9781849057851
Binding
Paperback
Edition number
2
Number of pages
168
Rating
  • 3.79 out of 5 stars
    149 ratings by Goodreads