PSYC 4050 Chapter 8: behaviour modification chapter 8
16 Dec 2011
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Chapter 8 behaviour modification y combining reinforcement and punishment: token economy: basic elements: y 4 basic elements y 1. A list of acceleration and declaration targets; number of tokens can earn and lose with each y 2. List of backup reinforcers including token cost of each-motivation y 3. type of token-tangible or symbolic; poker chips vs. points y 4. Specific procedures and rules for the operation of the token economy- rules like when they can exchange y token economies are used for problem behaviours and client populations. 2: aware of contingency; gave trainees self reinforcement y earning credits, tested for skills, 4 principles for administering credit, 1. Criteria for earning must be clearly defined: 2. Staff made trainees aware of the criteria as soon as possible after targets performed: 3. Staff awarded credits as soon as possible after a target behaviour was performed: 4.
