PL1D122 - Principles and Research Methods in Behaviour Analysis 01 Sep 2021 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 3
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | PL1D122 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Principles and Research Methods in Behaviour Analysis | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Psychology | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Youth and Community | ||
| Module Leader: | Richard May | ||
| Module Team: | Emily Groves, Aimee Giles | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2018 | Final Year of Intake: | 2023 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 40 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100497 - psychology | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 3 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2021 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
To provide students with an introduction to principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis; types of challenging behaviours, single case research design and the clinical contexts in which behaviour analysts work.
To provide opportunities to gain placement experience in the field of Behaviour Analysis.
Content Summary
This module has two main components. The first concerns introducing students to basic principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis and will demonstrate how those principles are relevant to understanding challenging behaviour. Primary emphasis will be placed on teaching students how to explain behaviour via an individual’s history of reinforcement and punishment. In addition, students will learn how reinforcement contingencies can be changed to promote more appropriate behaviour.
The second part of the module provides students with a grounding in the application of single-case research design in experimental research designs. Students will learn about direct observation methods and how interventions based on the principles of behaviour may be evaluated in laboratory settings, applied research or in clinical practice
Students will also engage with a placement activity (either voluntary or paid); however, they will be permitted in exceptional circumstances and with the agreement of the module leader to complete a case study or simulation in lieu of placement activity.
Throughout the module an emphasis will be placed on considering the fundamental ethical issues relating to behaviour analytic research and practice. Students will be introduced to the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board ethical procedures and the guidelines, and will use these to identify the ethical issues inherent in a variety of research contexts.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Practical classes and workshops | 60 |
| Independent Study | 160 |
| Directed Study | 180 |
| Total Hours Selected | 400 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Explain the way that principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis can be used to address maladaptive behaviour and promote more appropriate behaviour. |
| LO2 | Describe how research in learning and development can be applied in real world settings and evaluated using single subject research designs |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Set Exercise - Time Constrained (EX) | Classroom Test Time Constrained (EX) 1 | A series of written tests set at confirmed times throughout the module comprising of a range of multiple choice and short answer questions (5 hours - Total Test Time). | 300 | N/A | 65 | No | 40 |
| Written Assignment (CW) | Self Reflective Assessment (CW) 1 | Placement Reflection: A time-log and reflection on the placement experience, with particular focus on linking content from the module to the placement experiences. | 0 | 1500 | 35 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Classroom Test Time Constrained (EX) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Self Reflective Assessment (CW) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |