CPSE 603
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Concepts and Principles of Behavior 2: Verbal Behavior
Course Description
Introduction to the conceptual, philosophical, and experimental foundations of verbal behavior, providing students with a strong conceptual foundation when encountering applied problems. Expansion on the philosophical foundation, conceptual analysis, and principles of behavior. Exploration of the special meaning of verbal behavior in terms of stimulus control, generalization, and role of the listener. This course is a part of the BCBA Verified Course Sequence.
When Taught
Fall
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
CPSE 601 or instructor permission.
Title
Philosophical Foundations
Learning Outcome
Describe the philosophical foundations of behavior analysis including determinism, pragmatism, empiricism, and selectionism as they pertain to verbal behavior.
Title
Behavior Analysis
Learning Outcome
Describe the differences between conceptual analysis, experimental analysis, and applied behavior analysis
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Verbal Behavior and Operant Behavior
Learning Outcome
Describe the differences between verbal behavior and other forms of operant behavior
Title
Verbal Behavior and Emotion
Learning Outcome
Describe the relationship between verbal behavior and emotion
Title
Principles, Concepts, and Experimental Foundation
Learning Outcome
Describe principles, concepts, and experimental foundation of verbal behavior.
Title
Relational Frame Theory and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Learning Outcome
Describe relational frame theory and acceptance and commitment therapy
Title
Social Interactions
Learning Outcome
Analyze verbal behavior in social interactions
Title
Verbal Behavior in People with Disabilities
Learning Outcome
Analyze common examples of verbal behavior in children and adults with disabilities
Title
Assessing verbal operants
Learning Outcome
Analyze basic operants for assessment
