Are video-based preference assessments without access to selected stimuli effective?
Daniel R Clark1, Jeanne M Donaldson2, SungWoo Kahng3
1KENNEDY KRIEGER INSTITUTE AND UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, BALTIMORE COUNTY.
Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis
|September 3, 2015
Summary
This study validated video-based preference assessments. Results show that items identified as preferred through video presentations effectively function as reinforcers in behavioral interventions.
Area of Science:
- Behavioral science
- Applied behavior analysis
- Reinforcement principles
Background:
- Previous research established paired-stimulus preference assessments.
- The current study investigated the efficacy of video-based stimuli presentation.
- Understanding reinforcer efficacy is crucial for effective behavioral interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To extend previous findings by using video stimuli in preference assessments.
- To determine if items presented via video function as reinforcers.
- To evaluate the utility of video-based preference assessments.
Main Methods:
- Items were presented via video in a paired-stimulus format.
- Access to items was not contingent on selection during the preference assessment.
- Identified preferred items were subsequently assessed in a concurrent reinforcer assessment.
Main Results:
- Items identified as highly, moderately, and less preferred through video presentation were tested.
- The concurrent reinforcer assessment confirmed that these items functioned as reinforcers.
- This suggests video-based preference assessments can reliably identify effective reinforcers.
Conclusions:
- Video-based preference assessments are a viable method for identifying potential reinforcers.
- The findings support the use of technology in preference assessments.
- This approach can enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of behavioral interventions.
