PSY 291 - Prin. of Behavior Modification

1. Distinguish key concepts, principles, and major perspectives in behaviorism and behavioral analysis. 
   1. Describe the classical conditioning model, its concepts and theories, including basic terminology, key findings, and applications. 
   2. Describe the operant conditioning model, its concepts and theories, including basic terminology, key findings, and applications.  
2. Use scientific reasoning to examine behavioral analysis phenomena. 
   1. Describe major research methods used in behavioral analysis. 
   2. Review studies of applied behavioral analysis.  
   3. Give examples of behaviorism in psychological research.  
3. Apply behavioral analysis concepts and operations to human behavior in real-world events.  
   1. Identify probable causes and maintenance of dysfunctional behavior from a behavioral perspective. 
   2. Give examples to identify the antecedent stimuli, responses and consequences operative in everyday experiences. 
   3. Apply behavioral analysis for a better understanding of self and the impact individuals have on others.  
4. Analyze the use of behavioral intervention programs and strategies in training, addiction cycles, and other therapies. 
   1. Demonstrate an understanding of behavioral analysis assessment models and techniques.  
   2. Explain techniques for replacing aversive control (i.e., punishment, negative reinforcement) with more positive alternatives. 
   3. Discuss procedures for increasing appropriate low frequency behaviors and decreasing inappropriate high frequency behaviors, using principles of behavior modification. 
   4. Discuss procedures for bringing responses under more functional stimulus control and for creating new responses, using principles of behavior modification. 
5. Explain the ethical responsibility of applied behavioral analysis programs and assessments.  
   1. Discuss ethics and dilemmas in changing behavior. 
   2. Discuss the challenges for the field of applied behavior analysis, careers, and training in behavior analysis. 
6. Develop competence in writing and/or verbal communication skills. 
   1. State ideas in written formats that reflect behavioral concepts and principles. 
   2. Construct questions about psychological content.