For behavior analysts, determining the function of problem behavior is necessary to develop effective intervention plans. This is common practice not only in clinical applications but within organizations as well. In this assignment, you will pinpoint a workplace performance problem, assess the reason why the problem exists, and identify strategies to improve performance.
Instructions
Review the scenario provided by your instructor, then use the template provided by your instructor to complete the following:
- Pinpoint the performance problem.
- Precisely define the problem behavior so that it is clear, concise, and countable. (You may make up some details to fill in the blanks to create an ideal definition.)
- Conduct a PDC assessment to determine the factors contributing to the performance problem (review the chosen scenario to determine how to answer these questions).
- List the domain and describe the area within the domain that is responsible for the performance issue.
- Review the scholarly literature and identify one strategy that would address the performance problem based on the results of the assessment. Describe generally how you would implement the strategy. Visit for help with research.
- This should be a 23 paragraph description and/or brief description with example. This part should not exceed one page.
- Your strategies should demonstrate compassionate supervisory practices.
Additional Requirements
- Written Communication: Writing should be free of errors that detract from the overall message.
- APA Formatting: References and citations are formatted according to APA style guidelines. Use for guidance in citing sources in proper APA style. See the for more APA resources specific to your degree level.
- Resources: At least two scholarly or professional resources.
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and rubric criteria:
- Competency 1: Apply the principles of behavior analysis to supervisory practices.
- Pinpoint a performance problem.
- Complete a PDC assessment and provide a summary of the results.
- Competency 3: Apply compassionate approaches to supervisory practices.
- Identify a strategy to address the performance problem, using scholarly sources to support decisions.
- Competency 4: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly and consistent with expectations for professionals in the field of psychology.
- Demonstrate an academic writing style through well-organized prose that follows assignment guidelines.
- Demonstrate compliance with APA citation and referencing guidelines.
| Week 6 Assignment 1: Performance Problems | ||
|---|---|---|
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts |
| Pinpoint a performance problem. |
34 to >28.9 pts DISTINGUISHED Pinpoints a relevant performance problem in a manner that is clear, concise, and countable. 28.9 to >23.8 pts PROFICIENT Pinpoints a performance problem in a clear manner. 23.8 to >0 pts BASIC Pinpoints a performance problem but the description is unclear or incomplete. 0 pts NON_PERFORMANCE Does not pinpoint a performance problem. |
/ 34 pts |
|
Complete a PDC assessment and provide a summary of the results. |
51 to >43.35 pts DISTINGUISHED Completes a PDC assessment and provides a detailed analysis of the results. 43.35 to >35.7 pts PROFICIENT Completes a PDC assessment and provides a summary of the results. 35.7 to >0 pts BASIC Completes a PDC assessment but the analysis of the results is unclear or incomplete. 0 pts NON_PERFORMANCE Does not complete a PDC assessment. |
/ 51 pts |
|
Identify a strategy to address the performance problem, using scholarly sources to support decisions. |
51 to >43.35 pts DISTINGUISHED Identifies a strategy to address the performance problem that demonstrate compassionate supervision, and uses scholarly sources to support decisions. 43.35 to >35.7 pts PROFICIENT Identifies a strategy to address the performance problem using scholarly sources to support decisions. 35.7 to >0 pts BASIC Identifies a strategy to address the performance problem, but the strategies are inappropriate to the situation or are not supported by scholarly sources. 0 pts NON_PERFORMANCE Does not identify a strategy to address the performance problem. |
/ 51 pts |
|
Demonstrate an academic writing style through well-organized prose that follows assignment guidelines. |
17 to >14.45 pts DISTINGUISHED Demonstrates an academic writing style through well-organized prose that contains no significant grammatical or mechanical errors and follows assignment guidelines. 14.45 to >11.9 pts PROFICIENT Demonstrates an academic writing style through well-organized prose that follows assignment guidelines. 11.9 to >0 pts BASIC Demonstrates minimally acceptable writing style, but still has instances of disorganization and grammatical or mechanical errors, or does not follow all assignment guidelines. 0 pts NON_PERFORMANCE Does not demonstrate an academic writing style. |
/ 17 pts |
|
Demonstrate compliance with APA citation and referencing guidelines. |
17 to >14.45 pts DISTINGUISHED Develops a paper that is fully compliant with APA citation and referencing guidelines. 14.45 to >11.9 pts PROFICIENT Demonstrates compliance with APA citation and referencing guidelines. 11.9 to >0 pts BASIC Demonstrates minimally acceptable compliance with APA citation and referencing guidelines. 0 pts NON_PERFORMANCE Does not demonstrate compliance with APA citation and referencing guidelines. |
/ 17 pts |
| Total Points: 0 | ||
Requirements: Follow the template
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