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Fienup, Daniel M.; Ahlers, Ashley A.; Pace, Gary – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 2011
Two studies were conducted that examined the preference of a student diagnosed with a brain injury. In Study 1, a preference assessment was followed by a three-choice concurrent operants reinforcer assessment. Two choices resulted in access to preferred activities for completing work, and a third choice resulted in access to nothing (i.e., no…
Descriptors: Program Effectiveness, Positive Reinforcement, Student Attitudes, Neurological Impairments
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Neef, Nancy A. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1986
Four experiments were conducted to evaluate a respite care training package. Effects of an instructional manual on acquisition of respite care skills were investigated and compared with a workshop approach. A simplified package was developed and found useable by respite care personnel. (CL)
Descriptors: Disabilities, Program Effectiveness, Program Evaluation, Respite Care
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Rusch, Frank R.; Hughes, Carolyn – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1989
This review defines supported employment, presents a rationale for it, describes four types of placement models, outlines supported employment program components, and analyzes effectiveness and populations served. The contributions of applied behavior analysis to supported employment are examined. (JDD)
Descriptors: Adults, Behavioral Science Research, Disabilities, Employment Programs
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Cushing, Lisa Sharon; Kennedy, Craig H. – Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis, 1997
A study of three children (ages 11-13) without disabilities who served as peer supports for students with disabilities in general education classrooms found that serving as a peer support had positive academic effects on the students without disabilities. Follow-up probes demonstrated that the positive benefits regarding academic engagement…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Disabilities, Helping Relationship, Inclusive Schools