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APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
DKT207 APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS 3 2 2 6

GENERAL INFORMATION

Language of Instruction : Turkish
Level of the Course Unit : BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course : Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit -
Coordinator of the Course Unit Assist.Prof. DENİZ YILDIZ
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit Lecturer SEDA KETEN
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: With this lesson; It aims to provide knowledge and experience about applied behavior analysis, which is generally based on the behaviorist approach, and behavior change techniques used within the scope of applied behavior analysis. It is aimed to provide the student with knowledge and skills about applied behavior analysis techniques (techniques for identifying and evaluating behaviors, increasing desired behaviors, and reducing undesirable behaviors).
Contents of the Course Unit: This lesson; Concept, features and principles of applied behavior analysis; describe methods of measuring behavior or collecting data on behavior and graphing the data; behavioral goal writing; describe methods of measuring behavior; reading graphs of behavior; effective reinforcer identification techniques; preparing a list of potential reinforcements; describe methods to increase appropriate behavior; describe methods for preventing inappropriate behavior; describe other methods used to reduce inappropriate behavior; It includes behavior change plan topics.

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

Explains the concept and features of applied behavior analysis.
Creates methods of measuring behavior or collecting data about behavior and design data.
Describe methods for increasing appropriate behaviors.
Describes methods to reduce inappropriate behavior.
Plans to change behavior.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 Literature Reading, Individual Research Behavioral Approach, Reactive and Operant Conditioning Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
2 Literature Reading, Individual Research Applied Behavior Analysis: Definition, features, concepts Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
3 Literature Reading, Individual Research Identifying and Defining Target Behaviors Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
4 Literature Reading, Individual Research Measuring Target Behaviors, Anecdote and ABC Recording, Permanent Product Recording, Event Recording and Controlled Event Recording, Checklists, Duration Recording and Wait Time Recording Interobserver Reliability in These Recording Types Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
5 Literature Reading, Individual Research Measuring Target Behaviors, Anecdote and ABC Recording, Permanent Product Recording, Event Recording and Controlled Event Recording, Checklists, Duration Recording and Wait Time Recording Interobserver Reliability in These Recording Types Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
6 Literature Reading, Individual Research Time Interval Recording, Recording with Instant Time Sampling Interobserver Reliability in These Recording Types Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
7 Literature Reading, Individual Research Processing and Interpreting Data Regarding Recorded Behaviors into Graphics Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Literature Reading, Individual Research Increasing Appropriate Behaviors Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
10 Literature Reading, Individual Research Symbol Reinforcement Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
11 Literature Reading, Individual Research Stimulus Control, Prebehavioral Stimuli, Stimulus Generalization Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
12 Literature Reading, Individual Research Reducing Inappropriate Behavior Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
13 Literature Reading, Individual Research Ethical Problems in Reducing Behaviors Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
14 Literature Reading, Individual Research Presentation and Discussion of Prepared Behavior Change Plans Lecture, Discussion, Case Study
15 Literature Reading, Individual Research An overview Question answer
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Erbaş, D., Özkan, Ş. (Ed). (2019). Uygulamalı Davranış Analizi. Ankara: Pegem Akademi

ASSESSMENT

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description
Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Has the basic information on the science of language and speech in order to identify and interpret necessary approaches for his/her patients.
3

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Identifies the main phenomenons, principles, processes and practices of language and speech science, explains the methods in the field and makes a basic level of analysis and evaluation.
3

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Has the ability to plan a proper language and speech therapy program via his/her theoretical and practical knowledge.
1

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
To prepare the language and speech therapy profession according to ethical rules, assimilate the multidisciplinary approach, to prepare the necessary screening programs for healthy and / or problem groups in accordance with contemporary medical rules, to evaluate the patients with language and speech disorders, to identify the problems, and to find appropriate re / habilitation programs have the skills to prepare, determine the necessary tools and apply them.
2

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Collaborates with main medical fields.
2
2
Evaluates and interprets the problems about language and speech disorder of his/her patients guided by relevant specialist, asks consultation from other departments in case of need.
2

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
In addition to measuring the effectiveness, continuity and quality of the services related to language and speech therapy, it also conducts training and practice studies on language and speech science.
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Performs his/her duties of expertise in the eyes of judicial authorities and private and government agencies.
1

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Enables the development of professional standards and policies, determines planning and execution of the assessment and rehabilitation approaches, identifies the efficient applications of new knowledge-based methods and programs and contributes to improve professional and technical standarts.
2

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT

Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities

Type of the Learning Activites Learning Activities (# of week) Duration (hours, h) Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities 14 4 56
Preliminary & Further Study 0 0 0
Land Surveying 0 0 0
Group Work 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Reading 0 0 0
Assignment (Homework) 0 0 0
Project Work 0 0 0
Seminar 0 0 0
Internship 0 0 0
Technical Visit 0 0 0
Web Based Learning 0 0 0
Implementation/Application/Practice 0 0 0
Practice at a workplace 0 0 0
Occupational Activity 0 0 0
Social Activity 0 0 0
Thesis Work 0 0 0
Field Study 0 0 0
Report Writing 0 0 0
Final Exam 1 2 2
Preparation for the Final Exam 14 4 56
Mid-Term Exam 1 2 2
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 7 4 28
Short Exam 2 1 2
Preparation for the Short Exam 3 2 6
TOTAL 42 0 152
Total Workload of the Course Unit 152
Workload (h) / 25.5 6
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 6,0