Video modeling as training tool for staff cohorts implementing graduated guidance

Document Type

Thesis

College

College of Arts and Sciences

Department

Psychology

Degree

M.S. Applied Behavior Analysis

Date Completed

2018

First Committee Member

MacDonald, Rebecca

Second Committee Member

Hanley, Gregory

Third Committee Member

Dickson, Chata

Abstract

"The purpose of the current investigation was to evaluate the effectiveness of video modeling as a training tool to improve procedural integrity of staff cohorts using graduated guidance. In addition, the effectiveness of a prescribed graduated guidance procedure was assessed. The implementation of the video modeling training procedure was assessed using a non-concurrent multiple baseline design across cohorts and a multiple probe design across tasks. Participants were six direct-care staff and two students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Participants were divided into two cohorts, each consisting of three direct-care staff and one student. Video models with voiceover narration and still shots were used to train the teachers to implement a graduated guidance procedure for three play skills. Results showed that the video models were an effective training tool. In addition, the students learned the tasks with the prescribed graduated guidance procedure. The importance of effective staff training is discussed."

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