ABA 501 Measurement and Research Methods in Applied Behavior Analysis

Applied Behavior Analysis requires behavior to first be explicitly defined and measured prior to systematically manipulating variables in order to assess the effects of those variables on behavior within research or practice. In this course, students learn how to operationally define and measure behavior, create graphical displays for analysis, and utilize single-subject research designs for purposes of demonstrating functional relations. Pre-requisite(s): Admission to Applied Behavior Analysis program; or permission of Program Chair or designate. Co-requisite(s): None. 4 semester hours