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CAAWT Online Group Class
Introduction to
the Science
of Behavior
(Part 1)
Hello, this is Sean and Maasa! We are excited to welcome you to our Introduction to the Science of Behavior class! We will use Dr. Israel Goldiamond's book "Goldiamond's Functional Analysis of Behavior (known as "The Blue Books)" to guide us through understanding and analyzing the functional relations of behavior and environment. We will be building up to some complex topics during this class, so we encourage you to attend the Open House sessions and feel comfortable asking questions.
**Constructional Approach to Animal Welfare and Training is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. All the profits from the group classes will fund free programs that CAAWT offers for individuals and facilities that oversee the care of animals. For every third registration, CAAWT can provide one free spot for someone in need!
We will open the registration for this group class in the future!
If you are interested in attending this group class, let us know!!
⚫︎ Class Description
This 4-week group class introduces the basics of natural science of behavior, “B=f(x) under c” to understand functional relations between behavior and its environment. You will learn each variable in B=f(x) under c, and learn to think about various situations through Sean and Maasa’s lens.
⚫︎ Main Texbook
Goldiamond, I., & Thompson, D. (2004). The blue books: Goldiamond & Thompson’s the functional analysis of behavior, P. T. Andronis (Ed.). Cambridge, MA: Cambridge Center for Behavioral Studies. (Original work published in 1967)
⚫︎ Learning Objectives
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State each variable in B=f(x) under c
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In your own interest area, give an example of B=f(x) and specify c
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State the distinction between topographic and functional definition of behavior
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Given various scenarios, talk aloud and identify each variable in B=f(x) under c through Sean & Maasa’s lens
⚫︎ Instructors
Sean Will, M.S.
Maasa Nishimuta, M.S.
⚫︎ Place
The group class will be held via Zoom. You can join group classes wherever if you have secure internet. We will send you the Zoom meeting link and the detailed information via email before the first group class. If you are not used to Zoom, Maasa can have a practice session before the group class so that you are ready to learn!
⚫︎ Date and Time
To be announced!
⚫︎ Contact us
If you have any questions regarding the group class, please reach out to us at caawtcontact@gmail.com
