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Peer reviewedHawkins, Robert P. – Education and Treatment of Children, 1990
A brief biographical sketch of Burrhus Frederick Skinner is offered, followed by a review of his impact on education and psychology. His research in radical behaviorism, his theoretical contributions, development of programed instruction techniques, token economies, and numerous inventions by himself and his proteges are summarized. (PB)
Descriptors: Behavior Modification, Behavior Problems, Behavioral Science Research, Behaviorism
