Mr. Franklin has reached out to you to help him develop a handout or digital visual aide that he can share with colleagues in his professional network, in person or online. He is looking for something that summarizes the foundations and responsible use of behavioral approaches, with clearly cited sources.

Assignment Instructions

Use the following instructions for the content and written communication expectations. Before submission, use the Grading Rubric to review your assignment to ensure it meets the expectations for distinguished performance. If you have questions about the assignment or the rubric, please contact your instructor before the due date.

In your paper or presentation,

• Create a title page or slide with the following information in title case:
  • title of project
  • student’s name
  • course name and number
  • instructor’s name
  • due date
• Part One: Develop a paper, handout, or presentation (with speaker’s notes) Mr. Franklin can use to share with his network that incorporates the following components:
  • Contrast the limitations and potential usefulness of the various explanations of human behavior:
    • biophysical and biochemical explanations
    • developmental explanations
    • cognitive explanations
    • behavioral explanations
  • Define key concepts of the science of behavior, such as positive reinforcement, negative reinforcement, punishment, extinction, and antecedent control.
  • Identify three factors leading to concerns about the use of applied behavior analysis procedures and ways these practices can be avoided.
  • Determine criteria for verifying ethical implementation of behavior change procedures.
  • Analyze the importance of providing accountability in applied behavior analysis procedures.
  • Integrate considerations related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and student-centered ethics, including the ethical implications of behavior analysis in diverse and student-centered contexts.
  • Explain the roots of positive behavior supports and responsible use of behavior analysis.
• Part Two: Write a professional reflection summary that includes the following:
  • Analyze in one paragraph the impact of using behavioral explanations as a foundation for supporting behavior in the classroom.
  • Evaluate in one paragraph the experience of exploring the explanations of human behavior and their limitations.
  • Analyze in one paragraph the effects of responsible and ethical approaches to behavior management and goal development.