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An operant procedure for improving vocabulary definition performances in developmentally delayed children
The Journal of Speech and Hearing Disorders
|February 1, 1980
Summary
Operant procedures effectively improved vocabulary identification and definition in developmentally delayed children. The training approach showed successful generalization to new words, suggesting broader applicability.
Area of Science:
- Developmental Psychology
- Behavioral Science
- Special Education
Background:
- Developmental delay can significantly impact a child's ability to acquire and use vocabulary.
- Effective vocabulary interventions are crucial for cognitive and communicative development in children with developmental delays.
Observation:
- Three children with developmental delays participated in a training program.
- The program focused on improving the identification and definition of specific vocabulary words.
Findings:
- Operant procedures were successfully employed to enhance vocabulary skills.
- Generalization of learned vocabulary to untrained words was well-established in the participants.
- The intervention demonstrated significant improvements in word identification and definition.
Implications:
- This operant procedure shows promise for application with a wider range of children experiencing developmental delays.
- The findings support the use of behavioral interventions for vocabulary development in special education settings.
- Further research could explore the long-term effects and adaptability of this training method.