- Research in ABA

Catalog description

Single subject design methodology has developed primarily within the field of behavior analysis but has wider application beyond that theoretical orientation. It represents an intervention-oriented methodology that is idiographic in nature, requires frequent measurement of the dependent variable, and employs replications within and across participants. In addition, single subject design studies frequently use direct observational methodology as the dependent variable. In this course, we will begin with an overview of single subject design research methods and their application within special education. We will next examine methods of behavioral assessment and techniques for conducting observational research. A variety of single subject research designs will be examined, with the strengths and weakness of each identified. Issues related to treatment fidelity, social validity, and ethical use of single subject research methodology will be discussed.