The use of technical language in ABA has always been a contentious point of conflict amongst practitioners. There is a definite necessity for mastering the technicalities of our verbal behavior, yet, always a time and place for it to be utilized. This talk will discuss the importance of being able to translate Behavior Analytic terminology into laymen language, discuss the effects and role it plays in working with clients, and provide examples of translation.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of translating technical terms for clientele
- Asses ones ability to take the basics terms we use often and translate them to every day language
- Recognize the effect translation of technical terms has with clientele
About the Presenter
This is GREAT! We need more of this in practice!
I am so appreciative, as a long time educator/autism provider and BCBA to to get to a point where we can adjust our language, and our presentation to those who have to interpret and understand it the most. By providing these gentle reminders, we are not lessoning ourselves as 'professionals' but clearly defining we are respecting our audience, and providing to those who need to hear it the way 'they need to hear it'. TY
Well Done! People in this field need to hear this advice more: "Be a person first / Behavior Analyst second."
Loved it! More bcbas should review this to help build rapport with their parents and even their RLTs
Course information
- Title: Talk to Me. I'll Talk Back.
- Presenter: Antonio Harrison Ph.D.
- CEUs: 2 Learning - Supervision
- Duration: 1 hour and 40 minutes
- Customer Rating: (135)