comparison of methods for marking correct responses in matching to sample
Recently acoustical markers have been investigated as conditioned reinforcers used in the shaping of appropriate behavior and independent living skills. However, more research on the exact function of the acoustical marker, and its use in modifying human behavior is warranted. The current study atte...
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| Summary: | Recently acoustical markers have been investigated as conditioned reinforcers used in the shaping of appropriate behavior and independent living skills. However, more research on the exact function of the acoustical marker, and its use in modifying human behavior is warranted. The current study attempted to teach 3 participants to match 6 different sets of arbitrary stimuli. Each set correlated with one of three conditions. These conditions included a TAG (a clicking noise)
paired with an edible, the spoken word "good" paired with an edible, and edible only. One of these 3 consequences was provided upon a correct matching response. Each of the participants learned the matching tasks in a lower number of sessions when one of the acoustical markers was present. The results of this study suggest that the use of acoustical markers are not necessary for skill acquisition, but may be helpful. |
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