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    • Behavioral Science
    • Applied Behavior Analysis

    Background:

    • Applied behavior analysis (ABA) encompasses diverse activities.
    • A clear framework for these activities is needed to enhance the field's organization and impact.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To categorize distinct types of activities within applied behavior analysis.
    • To introduce a metaphorical framework comprising four activity types: prospecting, farming, building, and guiding.

    Main Methods:

    • Conceptual analysis of different ABA activities.
    • Categorization based on exploration, production, combination, and connection.

    Main Results:

    • Identified four metaphorical types of ABA activity: prospecting (exploration), farming (production), building (combination), and guiding (connection).
    • Described the characteristics and objectives of each activity type.
    • Noted the advantages inherent to each sphere of activity.

    Conclusions:

    • This division of labor into prospecting, farming, building, and guiding offers a valuable structure for applied behavior analysis.
    • Recognizing these distinct activities can benefit the field as a whole by clarifying roles and optimizing contributions.