So far, you explored the importance of scientific research, research questions, and how to quantify and record behavior based on different types of experimental questions. Now, you’ll take the next step by designing your own behavioral research question and thinking critically about how you would measure the behavior you’re interested in. This assignment also gives you the opportunity to practice scientific communication by providing peer feedback.
Your task is to propose an experimental question that could be answered using single-case design. Begin by selecting one of the four experimental question types outlined by Kennedy: demonstration, comparison, parametric, or component. Once youve chosen the type, construct your experimental question and describe how you would approach the measurement process.
In your initial submission, youll need to:
- Clearly identify the type of question you selected.
- Define a measurable dependent variable (i.e., the behavior you’re interested in).
- Specify a behavior-analytic independent variable (i.e., the intervention or manipulation).
- Explain how you will quantify your dependent variable, using one or more dimensional quantities (e.g., count, rate, duration, latency).
- Identify a possible interobserver agreement (IOA) formula that would be appropriate for your design.
Your writing should be clear and behavior-analytic in tone, and all parts of the assignment should logically align with your selected question type. Responses should be no longer than 300 words.
After submitting your assignment, youll be assigned a peer submission to review. By participating in peer review, youre practicing one of the most critical skills of a behavior analyst: applying philosophical doubt and scientific rigor to evaluate research design.
In your peer review, you should:
- Evaluate whether the proposed dependent and independent variables are correctly labeled.
- Determine if the experimental question includes the independent variable, dependent variable, and population being studied.
- Determine if the experimental question is correctly labeled.
- Consider whether the chosen measurement system and IOA method make sense given the behavior being studied.
- Offer constructive feedback, including any suggestions for improvement or clarification. Generic responses (e.g., Great job!) are unacceptable.
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