Applied behavior analysis is fundamentally a science-based discipline. The field's identity rests on its commitment to analytic methods that establish experimental control and ensure that procedures are replicable.
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Join Free →Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is fundamentally rooted in the scientific model (Baer et al., 1968), requiring analytic methods to establish experimental control and ensuring procedures are replicable. This foundation makes ABA ideally suited to a scientist-practitioner approach to both service delivery and knowledge advancement (Dorsey & Harper, 2018). Yet, too often, practitioners eager to contribute to research hit frustrating roadblocks, such as limited mentorship, ethical hurdles, or a lack of resources (e.g., LeBlanc et al., 2018; Normand & Donohue, 2022). But here's the good news: these barriers aren't insurmountable! This workshop will equip you with the tools to break through them and start making real research contributions. We'll dive into everything from crafting compelling research questions and designing solid experimental protocols to securing funding, collaborating with universities, and navigating ethics approval. By the end, you'll have a clear roadmap to turn your research ideas into reality and to help drive meaningful change in the field of ABA.
| Certification Body | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|
| BACB® | 2 | Ethics |
| COA | 2 | — |
Dr. Sarah C. Mead Jasperse is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral with experience applying the science of behavior in a variety of contexts (e.g., severe behavior programs, staff training) and with a range of populations (e.g., young children, individuals with autism spectrum disorder) and behaviors (e.g., functional skills, severe and dangerous challenging behavior). Dr. Mead Jasperse has experience working clinically and as a faculty member in both the USA and UAE.
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All behavior-analytic intervention is individualized. The information on this page is for educational purposes and does not constitute clinical advice. Treatment decisions should be informed by the best available published research, individualized assessment, and obtained with the informed consent of the client or their legal guardian. Behavior analysts are responsible for practicing within the boundaries of their competence and adhering to the BACB Ethics Code for Behavior Analysts.