Sunland Report
What was the reasoning behind some of the issues? - ANSWER-high turnover rates
frequent understaffing
low quality training
observer
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Sunland Report
observer drift - ANSWER-gradual systematic changes over time by a particular observer in his or her application of criteria for recording or scoring observations
Rosenburg & Schwartz (2019)
What do these articles discuss? - ANSWER-ethical dilemmas
how to be ethical (need to be taught a structured, systematic way to approach ethical problems).
Rosenburg & Schwartz (2019)
Step 1 - ANSWER-Why does this trigger your ethical radar?
Rosenburg & Schwartz (2019)
Step 2 - ANSWER-Brainstorm solutions
Rosenburg & Schwartz (2019)
Step 3 - ANSWER-Evaluate solutions. Consider what issues, conflicts, or tensions might potentially influence each solution.
Rosenburg & Schwartz (2019)
Step 4 - ANSWER-Have you found an acceptable solution?
Rosenburg & Schwartz (2019)
Step 5 - ANSWER-Implement the solution with fidelity and carefully document all action taken
Rosenburg & Schwartz (2019)
Step 6 - ANSWER-Reflect upon the results/effects of your solution
Broadhead (2019)
Purpose of the articles discussion - ANSWER-Culture awareness and how it matters
Being culturally aware
Fong et. al. (2016)
What were some of the arguments made? - ANSWER-Be aware of our own cultural biases
Develop cultural awareness of clients and self
Four Core Principles - ANSWER-1. Benefit others
2. Treat others with compassion, dignity, and respect
3. Behave with integrity
4. Ensure their competence
Cox (2021) - ANSWER-Variability in choosing what to do and why is unsurprising as each participant entered the experiment with a different history of antecedents and consequences
The public's experience with a certified behavior analyst in an ethical situation will likely differ across different countries,regions within a country, agencies within a state, and potentially different behavior analysts in the same organization
Which ethical paradigm argues the outcomes of a behavior determine whether that behavior is right or wrong - ANSWER-consequentialism
Which ethical paradigm argues that certain behaviors are ethically "right," or "good" in and of themselves- regardless of context or outcomes. - ANSWER-virtue
Which of the following is not one of the main principles that came about as a result of unethical research practices? - ANSWER-honesty
Deontology argues that context in addition to the function of behavior must be considered before deciding what is "right" or "wrong - ANSWER-True
Which core principle would "Actively identifying and addressing factors that might lead to conflicts of interest,misuse of their position, or negative impacts on their professional activities" fall under? - ANSWER-benefit others
Variability in participant responses in Cox (2021) - ANSWER-personal learning history
The report findings on Sunland indicated that they started with good intentions, but concluded which behavioral phenomenon was the cause for abusive conditions? - ANSWER-observer drift
Choice behavior
Choice context - ANSWER-occurs when you have to choose
matching law - ANSWER-the amount of time a BAspends on a client's case will be influenced by amount of reinforcement gained from working on each client's case
Predicts the ratio of time spent on one client compared to other clients
Analogous to responding to different schedules of reinforcement present at the same time
5 guiding principles for our field - ANSWER-beneficence, inclusion, professional excellence, self-determination, social justice
Scope of Practice - ANSWER-the range of activities in which members of a profession may be authorized to engage by virtue of holding a credential or license
Scope of Competence - ANSWER-the range of professional activities of the individual practitioner that are performed at a level that is deemed proficient
You do not need to consider the function of behavior before implementing treatment - ANSWER-False
Clients have the right to effective treatment which means that the treatments being given are ones in which - ANSWER-Long-term and short-term benefits to clients and society have been found
It is okay to engage in a sexual relationship with a past client if you have written consent following services - ANSWER-False
Behavior analysts must retain records and data for at least_______ years and otherwise required by law - ANSWER-7 years
When accepting clients... - ANSWER-BA's should only accept clients whose requested services are commensurate with their education, training, experience,resources, and organizational policies or must function under supervision of a BA who can do these services
Treat others with Compassion, Dignity, and Respect - ANSWER-"Respecting and actively promoting clients' self-determination to the best of their abilities, particularly when providing services to vulnerable populations."
When looking at how we bill, Brodhead suggests how we allocate billable hours is analogous to - ANSWER-Responding to different schedules of reinforcement per the Matching Law
There is little research on choice behavior in the field - ANSWER-False
Ex. Skinner's pigeons
There is a lot of applied research on ethical-decision-making choice behavior - ANSWER-False
Ex. Schwartz & Rosenberg
In their article Kelly et. al. (2020) argue that our ethical code can dictate responses to all ethical situations - ANSWER-False.
article discusses the importance of having principles that can provide overarching framework
Being licensed in ABA allows you to competently work with any persons with disabilities - ANSWER-False
Providing all students with extra time on their exam would be an example of - ANSWER-equality
Behavior analysts must describe in writing, the objectives of the behavior-change program to the client before attempting to implement the program - ANSWER-True
Code 4.05
If a child is presenting sudden and dangerous behavior, you should begin a behavior plan immediately - ANSWER-False
Cultural Humility - ANSWER-The ability to maintain an interpersonal stance that is other-orientated (or open to the other) in relation to aspects of cultural identity that are most important to the person.
In order to deliver the most effective treatment, we must consider the cultural preferences of our clients and their families - ANSWER-True
Behavior Analysts do not give gifts to or accept gifts from clients, supervisees, trainer with monetary value of more than... - ANSWER-10 dollars
A person can be considered competent to deliver a specific behavior plan simply because they hold a credential or license? - ANSWER-False
Brodhead talks about three negative outcomes from failing to practice only within one's area of competence. Which of the following is not one of these outcomes? - ANSWER-An ability to expand your repertoire with clients
Behavior Analysts should supervise only within their areas of defined competence. - ANSWER-True
The ability to maintain an interpersonal stance that is other-orientated (or open to the other) in relation to aspects of cultural identity that are most important to the person. - ANSWER-Cultural Humility
You should always use precise and technical language when speaking to others outside ABA - ANSWER-False
Beth asks Maya, her son's BCBA, if she would like to go see her husband's band play at a concert this week. Maya going to the concert with Beth would be a potential violation of which guideline? - ANSWER-multiple relationship [Show Less]