[article]
| Titre : |
Global Assessment Use and Practices in Applied Behavior Analysis: Surveying the Field |
| Type de document : |
Texte imprimé et/ou numérique |
| Auteurs : |
Kristen L. PADILLA, Auteur |
| Article en page(s) : |
101676 |
| Langues : |
Anglais (eng) |
| Mots-clés : |
Applied behavior analysis Assessment practices Developmental disabilities Instrument selection |
| Index. décimale : |
PER Périodiques |
| Résumé : |
Background Assessment plays a significant role in the development of effective programming for individuals with developmental disabilities, such as autism spectrum disorder. The purpose of this study was to determine assessment use, training experiences, and reasons for instrument selection among those who practice in applied behavior analysis (ABA). Method A questionnaire was administered online and sent via email by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) to all of its members. Responses were collected from 1,428 individuals who primarily practice in applied behavior analysis. Results Of the 1,428 respondents, the Verbal-Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP) was the most widely used instrument (76%). The majority of respondents (71%) were trained to conduct the assessments by their direct supervisors. Additionally, the available research literature was the primary reason participants selected specific instruments (58%). Although research was reportedly important to users, limited psychometric research exists on the instruments. Conclusion This study is the first of its kind in widely collecting data on the current assessment practices, training, and education. The results can be used to inform practice and, more important, future research related to quality of assessments used in ABA and how behavior analysis professionals are training to use them. |
| En ligne : |
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2020.101676 |
| Permalink : |
https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=434 |
in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 79 (November 2020) . - 101676
[article] Global Assessment Use and Practices in Applied Behavior Analysis: Surveying the Field [Texte imprimé et/ou numérique] / Kristen L. PADILLA, Auteur . - 101676. Langues : Anglais ( eng) in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders > 79 (November 2020) . - 101676
| Mots-clés : |
Applied behavior analysis Assessment practices Developmental disabilities Instrument selection |
| Index. décimale : |
PER Périodiques |
| Résumé : |
Background Assessment plays a significant role in the development of effective programming for individuals with developmental disabilities, such as autism spectrum disorder. The purpose of this study was to determine assessment use, training experiences, and reasons for instrument selection among those who practice in applied behavior analysis (ABA). Method A questionnaire was administered online and sent via email by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) to all of its members. Responses were collected from 1,428 individuals who primarily practice in applied behavior analysis. Results Of the 1,428 respondents, the Verbal-Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP) was the most widely used instrument (76%). The majority of respondents (71%) were trained to conduct the assessments by their direct supervisors. Additionally, the available research literature was the primary reason participants selected specific instruments (58%). Although research was reportedly important to users, limited psychometric research exists on the instruments. Conclusion This study is the first of its kind in widely collecting data on the current assessment practices, training, and education. The results can be used to inform practice and, more important, future research related to quality of assessments used in ABA and how behavior analysis professionals are training to use them. |
| En ligne : |
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rasd.2020.101676 |
| Permalink : |
https://www.cra-rhone-alpes.org/cid/opac_css/index.php?lvl=notice_display&id=434 |
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Global Assessment Use and Practices in Applied Behavior Analysis: Surveying the Field in Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, 79 (November 2020)
