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  • Behavioral science
  • Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
  • Language acquisition

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  • Errorless learning and error correction are common teaching procedures for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
  • Previous research primarily used single-subject designs to evaluate these methods.
  • Group designs can enhance the dissemination of language acquisition research.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare the efficacy of errorless learning versus error correction for teaching tact relations.
  • To utilize a randomized clinical trial design for evaluating these procedures.
  • To assess multiple variables including mastery, response patterns, efficiency, and aberrant behavior.

Main Methods:

  • A randomized clinical trial involving 28 participants diagnosed with ASD.
  • Comparison of an errorless learning procedure against an error correction procedure.
  • Assessment of mastery criterion, pre/post-probe responding, teaching responses, efficiency, and aberrant behavior.

Main Results:

  • Both errorless learning and error correction were effective and efficient in teaching tact relations.
  • Neither procedure was found to evoke significant aberrant behavior.
  • Participants in the error correction group showed more independent correct and incorrect responses.

Conclusions:

  • Errorless learning and error correction are viable procedures for teaching tact relations in individuals with ASD.
  • Group designs offer a valuable alternative for disseminating behavioral science research.
  • Error correction may lead to more varied response patterns during skill acquisition.