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General CEU: Progressive Discrete Trial Teaching | Learning | 1 Hour

Discrete trial teaching has been a cornerstone of ABA-based intervention for autism for decades. Its structured format — discriminative stimulus, response opportunity, consequence, inter-trial interval — creates the conditions for high-density, data-monitored skill acquisition that has produced strong outcomes across a wide range of domains.

Provider: Autism Partnership Foundation

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Course Description

Discrete trial teaching (DTT) is a commonly implemented procedure to individuals diagnosed with autism. In this talk the presenter will describe two philosophies of implementing progressive DTT (i.e., conventional and progressive). Throughout the talk the presenter will describe the difference of the two philosophies on specific components of DTT. The presenter will describe the benefits of implementing progressive DTT.

What You'll Learn

  1. Identify the core components of discrete trial teaching and the distinction between conventional and progressive implementation philosophies.
  2. Describe the benefits of progressive discrete trial teaching compared to conventional approaches.
  3. Apply progressive DTT methods to individualize instruction and promote skill acquisition in learners with autism.

CEU Credits Earned

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BACB 1 General
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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.

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