Introduction to the Science of Behavior
(Part 1 and 2) Series
CAAWT is now offering two group classes, Introduction to the Science of Behavior Part 1 and Part 2, at a special, discounted price! Video-on-demand is available!
We will do Introduction to the Science of Behavior (Part 3) after this series of group classes starting in the middle of November.
*Part 1 and Part 2 are prerequisites for Part 3.
In these group classes, we will use Israel Goldiamond and Donald Thompson's book "The Blue Books: Goldiamond & Thompson's Functional Analysis of Behavior" to guide us through understanding and analyzing the functional relations between 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!
Introduction to the Science of Behavior (Part 1)
This 4-week group class introduces the basics of the 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.
■ Learning Objectives
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State each variable in B=f(x) under c
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In your area of interest, give an example of B=f(x) and specify c
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State the distinction between a 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
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Explain the difference between dependency and contingency
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Examine specific consequential relations and identify if they are the same or different contingency
■ Main Textbook
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)
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Introduction to the Science of Behavior (Part 2)
Introduction to
the Science
of Behavior
(Part 2)
Occasion
Behavior
Consequence
Schedule
This 4-week group class introduces the basics of the operant paradigm - Consequential contingency. We will focus on the effects of variables, including consequences and schedules, on behavior and how each variable interacts to change, increase, and attenuate behavior. You will learn each variable in the consequential contingency and how to think about various situations through Sean and Maasa’s lens.
*We recommend taking group class part 1 before part 2, but it is not mandatory.
■ Learning Objectives
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Describe what differentiates radical behaviorism from other behaviorisms regarding the treatment of private experiences like thoughts and emotions
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Diagram and define, as stated in class, each element of the operant paradigm
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State why consequences are considered the central theme of the operant paradigm
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Given various scenarios, talk aloud and identify or speculate about each variable in the operant paradigm through Sean & Maasa’s lens
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Given various examples, identify the reinforcement schedule or contingency rule and predict behavioral patterns
■ Main Textbook
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)
Sean Will, M.S.
Maasa Nishimuta, M.S.
■ Acknowledgement
The design of this group class was advised by Dr. T.V. Joe Layng.
We thank Dr. Layng for his wonderful feedback all throughout the design of the class materials.
■ Place
The group class will be held via Zoom. You can join group classes wherever you have a 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!
■ Registration type
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Video-on-demand registration
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Access to recordings of the group class from 12/1/2022
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CAAWT Members: access the recordings while they are in the CAAWT membership
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Non-members: access the recording for 6 months (until 5/31/2023)
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CAAWT Members
Video-on-demand
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Free
Non-Members
Video-on-demand
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Part 1 only - $80 (plus $3 transaction fee)
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Part 2 only - $80 (plus $3 transaction fee)
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Part 1 + Part 2 - $140 (plus $3 transaction fee)
To learn more about CAAWT Membership, click here
■ Registration
① If you are interested in registering for the group classes (live or video-on-demand), please fill out the registration form. You can click the registration button below, which will take you to the registration form.
② After we check your registration form, we will send you an invoice from PayPal. Please make a payment within a week. You will receive an invoice from an email address: caawtcontact@gmail.com
③ After we confirm your payment, we will send you the confirmation email.
④ Three days before the group class starts, we will send you a zoom meeting link and all the information you will need to join the group class!
■ Cancelation
After you submit the registration form, we will send you an invoice from PayPal. If you do not make a payment within a week, your registration may be canceled. Once we receive your payment, we are not able to refund the money. If we have to cancel the group class, we will refund you in full.
■ Contact us
If you have any questions regarding the group classes, please feel free to contact us!
We are looking forward to the group class with you!
