Description Reinforcement is the cornerstone of behavior analysis. How frequently, or not frequentl ...

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Description Reinforcement is the cornerstone of behavior analysis. How frequently, or not frequently, reinforcement is delivered has a large impact on how quickly a person will respond. This is the case for all behavior. For example, someone who sells cars may be paid on a fixed interval schedule (every two weeks after at least one car is sold, regardless of how many are sold after that one) or fixed ratio schedule (100 dollars for every car sold). As you can imagine, based on the pay schedule, the response rate of car selling by the individual who is paid every two weeks, regardless of the number of cars, is likely to be much lower than that of the individual who is paid per car sold. This type of reinforcement schedule and rate of responding translates the same when you may be teaching a client a skill. Choosing the appropriate reinforcement schedule allows us to support our clients in achieving those successes. Instructions For this assignment, use the Schedules of Reinforcement Template [DOCX] to write a paper that includes the following: Identify the reinforcement schedule for each example presented. (Enter the information into the table.) Explain how each of the four schedules work to evoke a behavior and the type of responding that results. Describe a naturally occurring reinforcement schedule you have identified in everyday life Write a short conclusion. Assignment Requirements Your assignment should meet the following requirements: Written communication: Should be free of errors that detract from the overall message. APA formatting: References and citations are formatted according to current APA style guidelines. Use Academic WriteLinks to an external site. for guidance in citing sources in proper APA style. See the Writing Center Links to an external site. for more APA resources specific to your degree level. Resources: 2–3 scholarly or professional resources. Length: 2–3 double-spaced pages, excluding the title page and reference page. Refer to the MS in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Research Guide Links to an external site. for help finding resources. Refer to the Reinforcement Schedules rubric to ensure you understand the grading criteria for this assignment. Competencies Measured By successfully completing this assignment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and rubric criteria: Competency 1: Distinguish the principles of behavior analysis associated with increasing and decreasing behavior. Identify the main types of reinforcement schedules. Explain how each schedule works to evoke a behavior and the type of responding that results. Describe a naturally occurring reinforcement schedule found in everyday life. 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 style, citation, and referencing guidelines. UNFORMATTED ATTACHMENT PREVIEW 1 Paper Title Your name Capella University PSY5280: Advanced Concepts in Applied Behavior Analysis Dr. Lisa Sabato Due date 2 Name the schedule in the example: Example: Name the schedule: Arjun gets a sticker for the first correct response after a two-minute interval has passed. Cristina gets to pick a prize after an average of four homework papers are turned in. One star is earned every three times Juan raises his hand. Kiana gets five minutes of iPad if they answer correctly at the end of an interval, which lasts five minutes on average. Schedules of Reinforcement Fixed interval: Fixed ratio: Variable ratio: Variable interval: 3 Schedules in Everyday Life 4 References  Purchase answer to see full attachment User generated content is uploaded by users for the purposes of learning and should be used following Studypool's honor code & terms of service.