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This study introduces an effective shaping process to teach complex functional communication responses (FCRs) from simple ones. This method successfully develops advanced communication skills without triggering problem behaviors in children.

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  • Behavior Analysis
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Speech-Language Pathology

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  • Response efficiency is crucial for functional communication training (FCT) success.
  • Low-effort functional communication responses (FCRs) are effective initially, but more complex FCRs are preferred later.
  • Teaching complex FCRs can inadvertently cause problem behaviors to resurface.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe an effective shaping process for developing complex FCRs from simple FCRs.
  • To demonstrate this process within a changing criterion design without problem behavior resurgence.
  • To present a practical shaping procedure suitable for typical teaching contexts.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a changing criterion design to systematically shape complex FCRs.
  • Employed a practical shaping procedure adaptable to typical teaching environments.
  • Included four children with diverse language and intellectual abilities.

Main Results:

  • The shaping process successfully developed complex FCRs from simple FCRs.
  • Problem behavior did not resurge during the development of complex FCRs.
  • The procedure was demonstrated as effective and necessary in two experiments.

Conclusions:

  • A shaping process within a changing criterion design can effectively develop complex FCRs without problem behavior resurgence.
  • This method offers a practical approach for clinicians and researchers in FCT.
  • Further research can explore broader applications and refinements of this shaping technique.