Advanced Applied Behavior Analysis. Students survey topics in the use of applied behavior analysis such as direct instruction, behavior reduction, functional analysis, and ethical issues in the use of various procedures. Students read primary sources with an emphasis on empirical findings. 3 semester hours. The Psychology of Instruction.
Students analyze theoretical models and psychological bases of instructional techniques.
Research on the psychology of instruction is critically evaluated. 3 semester hours. The course focuses on the interaction of physical, cognitive, and social development from 5 to 18 years of age. Students critically examine recently published research and evaluate current theory. The relevance of the literature to educational practice is emphasized.