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From technical jargon to plain English for application.

O R Lindsley1

  • 1University of Kansas.

Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis
|January 1, 1991
PubMed
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Translating technical terms into plain English is crucial for applying new technologies. This process requires significant time and patience, often taking years for accurate results in practical settings.

Area of Science:

  • Behavior Analysis
  • Educational Technology

Background:

  • Applying technological advancements in practical settings often faces challenges with technical jargon.
  • Effective communication is vital for the successful implementation of new methodologies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To share experiences and strategies for translating technical jargon into plain English.
  • To provide insights into the challenges and time investment required for creating accurate plain English translations.

Main Methods:

  • Development of Precision Teaching methodology.
  • Translation of technical terms, acronyms, and codes into accessible language.
  • Validation through practical application and iterative refinement.

Main Results:

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  • Successful creation of plain English equivalents for technical terms used in Precision Teaching.
  • Demonstration that accurate translations require extensive time and effort, not desk work.
  • Identification of systemic barriers (e.g., publication pressure, editorial policies) that hinder translation efforts.

Conclusions:

  • Accurate plain English translations are essential for the practical application of technologies like Precision Teaching.
  • The process of translation is labor-intensive and time-consuming, demanding patience and real-world testing.
  • The developed plain English equivalents may benefit other applied behavior analysis practitioners.