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Understanding Applied Behavior Analysis, Second Edition: An Introduction to ABA for Parents, Teachers, and Other Professionals

Albert J. Kearney

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Description for Understanding Applied Behavior Analysis, Second Edition: An Introduction to ABA for Parents, Teachers, and Other Professionals Paperback. The ideal introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) explaining what it is, how it works, how to understand the jargon and proven techniques. Num Pages: 168 pages. BIC Classification: JMC; JNSG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 16. Weight in Grams: 248.

This introductory guide to ABA demystifies the often complex terminology, the underlying principles, and commonly-used procedures of ABA using accessible, everyday language.

This revised and updated edition reflects recent developments and introduces new key terms. Albert J. Kearney explains the kinds of learning and reinforcement processes that form the basis of ABA programs. Having covered these essential principles, he describes how the science of behavior analysis can be effectively applied to real life behavior problems. He looks at how behavior is assessed and various intervention techniques that are often employed with children who have autism and other special needs. ... Read more

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Publisher

Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Format

Paperback

Publication date

2015

Condition

New

Number of Pages

168

Place of Publication

London, United Kingdom

ISBN

9781849057851

SKU

V9781849057851

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About Albert J. Kearney

Albert J. Kearney is a clinical and school psychologist. He has a doctorate in counseling psychology and now has over thirty years' experience in the field. He lives in Massachusetts, USA.

Reviews for Understanding Applied Behavior Analysis, Second Edition: An Introduction to ABA for Parents, Teachers, and Other Professionals

This book is a wonderful introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis and should be read by anyone who uses the term 'ABA'. Too many people use the term without really understanding it properly, thereby propagating misunderstandings and misinterpretations that can hinder its uptake by educational and other helping professions. This book makes a great contribution to the accurate understanding of ABA. ... Read moreIt will be very useful to students of the science and parents and practitioners who use it to improve the skills and the quality of life of their loved ones.
Professor Karola Dillenburger, School of Education, Queen's University Belfast and co-editor of Applied Behaviour Analysis and Autism Kearney's book is a much-needed guide for practitioners and parents alike. In a field where much confusion surrounds the very technical elements of what we do, it's incredibly refreshing and encouraging to pick up the book, simply look up a concept, and not only gain a definition, yet also an abundance of examples to make clear what was previously confusing. With that type of guidance, I expect practitioners and parents to excel with their clients and loved ones!
Robbie El Fattal, M.S., BCBA Founder and CEO of Patterns Behavioral Services, Inc. This second edition of Understanding Applied Behavior Analysis is a superb read for both professionals and parents. Kearney explains the science of behavior with a clear, down to earth writing style which makes reading this short book informative and enjoyable. As a special educator and having a child on the autism spectrum in our family, I have had considerable experience dealing with special needs and autism spectrum disorders. Understanding Applied Behavior Analysis has been an extremely helpful and hopeful resource as Kearney presents the information thoroughly and simply with occasional tidbits of humor interspersed. It is a thorough overview of concepts, terms, and applications of ABA with excellent resources for follow up and more in depth reading. Behavioral concepts are explained in both technical and practical terms allowing the professional as well as the lay person to grasp the ideas clearly. I highly recommend this book to teachers and other professionals, support staff, and parents as a perfect overview of behavioral analysis. This is an excellent step toward understanding the importance and application of ABA in education.
Jacquie Rodgers, Special Educator and Grandparent of a Child with ASD Understanding Applied Behavior Analysis is an incredible resource for teaching staff, parents, and administrators about the practical application of behavior analysis. Kearney does an exceptional job translating behavioral principals into everyday language so the material is easy to read for any learner. It is an efficient training tool because newcomers to ABA come away with an understanding of how to implement behavior analysis successfully. This book is an essential part of any BCBA's library!
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