Read each question—there may be more than one. Post your responses in the appro

1. Read each question—there may be more than one.
2. Post your responses in the appropriate threads. You should respond to two posts of your colleagues.
3. Responses should be of sufficient length with proper grammar.
4. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings with each question. Responses are due by Sunday at 11:59 p.m. (Pacific Time). You will lose marks if you do not satisfy the minimum number of posts. This feature will keep you engaged. Your response to your colleagues should be at least one full paragraph each (at least 4-5 sentences) for each post.
5. Review your postings to see who has responded to you.
6. Be sure to answer all questions.
7. Include a bibliography using APA format. If you do not include a bibliography utilizing at least two different sources, you will lose marks.
8. Document all your sources in the initial discussion post using APA format. Your initial post should look like a research paper where you document all your sources. For example, if you provide a definition of a principle, be sure to document your source in the sentence like this:

“Cooper, Heron, Heward (2020) outline the definition of positive reinforcement as….”

or

“The definition of positive reinforcement is…. (Cooper, Heron, Heward, 2020).”

Instructions

Explain the perspective of radical behaviorism. (Task List A-3)

• B.F. Skinner wrote extensively about radical behaviorism. What is the importance of radical behaviorism as it informs your understanding of your private events such as thinking and feeling?
• Write at least 1 paragraph for this question.

Explain the philosophical assumptions underlying the science of behavior analysis. (Task List A-2)

• Explain philosophical assumption of the science of ABA. How do/will these assumptions influence the way you support clients?
• Write at least two paragraphs for this question.

BurnOut

• As an ABA practitioner, explain the importance of providing self-care to support your overall wellness. What interventions/activities will you incorporate into your daily program to ensure your self-care and wellness goals are met? What were your two favorite points about the Plantiveau et al. (2018) article?
• Write at least two paragraphs for this question.

Grading

Refer to the following Discussion Board rubric to see how you will be assessed.

Rubrics

a	Exceeds Standards	Meet Standards	Does Not Meet Standards	Criterion Score
Writing Competency: Grammatical structure, APA formatting	1 point Exemplary spelling and grammar. Precise use of words with meaning clearly expressed. Feedback is supported by citing textual references from course materials in APA formatting.	0.5 points Minor errors in grammar or format. Acceptable, effective use of words and expression.	0 points Errors in grammar or format frequently obscure expression of thought. Ineffective wording, sentence structure, and expression.	Score of Writing Competency: Grammatical structure, APA formatting, / 1
Critical Thinking: Skills evident: knowledge, comprehension, application, synthesis, evaluation	1 point Higher order thinking is clearly evident and presented in a clear logical flow. Insightful interpretation, application, explanation, and/or critique.	0.5 points Some higher order thinking is evident. Organization is logical. Links need strengthening. Most ideas are clearly interpreted, applied, explained and/or critiqued.	0 points Basic knowledge level information is presented. Organization is not evident. Interpretation, application, explanation and/or critique are not evident.	Score of Critical Thinking: Skills evident: knowledge, comprehension, application, synthesis, evaluation, / 1
Participation: Interacts in positive, constructive, timely manner (responses to colleagues)	1 point Adds clear insights to ongoing discussion. Responds to a minimum of two others. Timely responses. Asks probing, constructive questions. Includes liberal and natural use of “encouraging statements.”	0.5 points Contributes further thought to discussion in a timely way. Limited use of “encouraging statements.” Responds to two others.	0 points Contribution is late and therefore not able to add to discussion. Respect of others is lacking. Does not respond to others.	Score of Participation: Interacts in positive, constructive, timely manner (responses to colleagues), / 1

TotalScore of Discussion Board Rubric,

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Overall Score

Exceeds Standards

2.25 points minimum

Meet Standards

0.75 points minimum

Does Not Meet Standards

0 points minimum

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