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Clicker training lacks scientific evidence of benefit over standard training. Reconciling terminology between trainers and researchers is crucial for advancing clicker training methods.

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Area of Science:

  • Animal behavior and learning science
  • Behavioral science
  • Comparative psychology

Background:

  • Clicker training is widely assumed to be science-based by animal trainers.
  • Limited research exists comparing clicker training to control groups.
  • Previous studies have not demonstrated a clear benefit of adding a clicker to training.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review existing studies on clicker training efficacy.
  • To identify and address terminological discrepancies between animal trainers and basic researchers.
  • To highlight research opportunities for understanding clicker training mechanisms.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic literature review of studies comparing clicker training to control groups.
  • Analysis of terminology used by animal trainers and basic researchers.
  • Discussion of potential functions of the clicker stimulus.

Main Results:

  • Few studies exist, and none provide evidence for the clicker's added benefit.
  • Significant terminological differences exist between applied trainers and basic researchers.
  • Assumed mechanisms underlying clicker training may lack robust empirical support.

Conclusions:

  • The empirical support for clicker training mechanisms is less robust than assumed.
  • Reconciling terminology is essential for future research and collaboration.
  • Further research is needed to elucidate the function of the clicker stimulus and advance training methods.