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Which of the following best exemplifies a descriptive observation in a scientific context?
Which of the following best exemplifies a descriptive observation in a scientific context?
- Concluding that a new teaching method is effective because student test scores improved.
- Documenting the frequency, duration, and context of a student's disruptive behaviors in class. (correct)
- Assuming a correlation between good attendance and high grades without empirical evidence.
- Speculating on the reasons a student might be struggling with a particular concept.
Anticipating that a child will start crying when they have to complete math worksheet before they can play with a preferred toy reflects description, not prediction.
Anticipating that a child will start crying when they have to complete math worksheet before they can play with a preferred toy reflects description, not prediction.
False (B)
Why is description considered an important first step in science?
Why is description considered an important first step in science?
Description allows us to ask better questions and form a groundwork for understanding events.
Repeated observations leading to the anticipation of an outcome is an example of ______.
Repeated observations leading to the anticipation of an outcome is an example of ______.
Match the following scenarios to the description or prediction examples:
Match the following scenarios to the description or prediction examples:
Which scenario illustrates prediction rather than description?
Which scenario illustrates prediction rather than description?
Accurately describing events in quantifiable and classifiable ways is not important for scientific progress.
Accurately describing events in quantifiable and classifiable ways is not important for scientific progress.
Give an original example of description.
Give an original example of description.
Which of the following best illustrates the concept of 'prediction' in a scientific context?
Which of the following best illustrates the concept of 'prediction' in a scientific context?
Correlation always implies causality.
Correlation always implies causality.
Define 'causality' in the context of scientific understanding.
Define 'causality' in the context of scientific understanding.
In a scientific context, 'control' refers to the ability to reliably produce a specific change in one event by manipulating another event, without the influence of other factors or ______.
In a scientific context, 'control' refers to the ability to reliably produce a specific change in one event by manipulating another event, without the influence of other factors or ______.
Which scenario best exemplifies 'control' in a clinical setting?
Which scenario best exemplifies 'control' in a clinical setting?
Match the term with its definition:
Match the term with its definition:
A researcher observes that ice cream sales and crime rates increase during the summer. What can they accurately conclude?
A researcher observes that ice cream sales and crime rates increase during the summer. What can they accurately conclude?
In applied behavior analysis (ABA), demonstrating control over relevant variables is always the primary focus, even if it compromises the client's well-being.
In applied behavior analysis (ABA), demonstrating control over relevant variables is always the primary focus, even if it compromises the client's well-being.
Explain why the concept of 'control' is valuable in the development of technologies for changing behavior.
Explain why the concept of 'control' is valuable in the development of technologies for changing behavior.
Which ethical consideration is most important when using 'control' in a therapeutic setting?
Which ethical consideration is most important when using 'control' in a therapeutic setting?
Flashcards
Descriptive Observation
Descriptive Observation
A collection of quantifiable facts about observed events for analysis.
Behavioral Example
Behavioral Example
An instance of a behavior showcasing a specific reaction to a situation.
Behavioral Context
Behavioral Context
The setting in which specific behaviors occur, influencing their manifestation.
Systematic Observation
Systematic Observation
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Predictive Observation
Predictive Observation
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Verbal Aggression Example
Verbal Aggression Example
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Causal Relationship
Causal Relationship
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Observation Importance
Observation Importance
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Prediction in Science
Prediction in Science
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Correlation vs Causality
Correlation vs Causality
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Control in Science
Control in Science
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Behavior Prediction Example
Behavior Prediction Example
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Functional Analysis Purpose
Functional Analysis Purpose
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Stimulus Discrimination
Stimulus Discrimination
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Independent and Dependent Variables
Independent and Dependent Variables
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Self-Injurious Behavior Analysis
Self-Injurious Behavior Analysis
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Ethics in ABA
Ethics in ABA
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Understanding Behavior Change
Understanding Behavior Change
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Study Notes
Three Key Components of Scientific Observation
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Description: Detailed recording of observable events, quantifiable and classifiable. This allows for comparison to other similar events. Example: A child cries in math class only when told to finish worksheets before play.
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Prediction: Observing patterns to anticipate future outcomes. Repeated observations can lead to predictions of when a behavior will occur. Example: A neighbor carries an umbrella while collecting mail when it rains. This is correlational, not causal.
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Control: Demonstrating a reliable, specific change in one event (dependent variable) by manipulating another event (independent variable) while eliminating other influences. The change must be measurable and not due to other factors. Example: A client stops self-injurious behavior when demands are removed. This demonstrates control, not manipulation.
Importance of Each Component
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Description is fundamental; it lays the groundwork for further questions and understanding.
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Prediction allows for a greater understanding of relationships between events.
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Control provides the most valuable scientific understanding, useful for developing interventions and technologies to change behavior. Ethical applications prioritize client well-being.
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Description
Explore the three key components of scientific observation: description, prediction, and control. Learn how detailed recording, pattern observation, and manipulation of variables contribute to scientific understanding. Understand the importance of each component in scientific research and analysis.
