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The Development of Behaviorism
Part A
Some contemporary thinkers in the field of behavior analysis contend that behavior analysis should be considered its own discipline, rather than a sub-discipline of psychology or an application in education. In the discussion, please explore the following questions:
a) What would be the advantages of the field regarding behavior analysis as its own discipline? What about the disadvantages?
Advantages
Treating behavior analysis as a discipline will be useful in teaching persons living withdisabilities to learn new behaviors.
It will lead to significant developments in the behavioral analysis unit as more room for more research and development will be created.
Disadvantages
Some aspects of the practice are considered to be unethical, and this may cause some resistance from the public
b) In what way has history made a case for or against behavior analysis being regarded as its discipline?
It is evident that there is a need to study and understand people living with autism and other conditions. By doing so, they can easily integrateintosociety and live among ordinary people with minor setbacks. Previously conducted research has enabled this,but there is a need to create more awareness. To allow this, the behavioralanalysis unit should, therefore, be made an independent discipline
c) Choose two of the main behaviorists discussed in the book. Surmise what they might think about this issue?
d) Finally, what is your opinion. Be sure to use at least 2 references to the readings in order to support your answer.
Use at least 2 references to the readings in your response.
Part B
Respond to the post of 2 classmates. Please be sure to address all aspects of the question in a thoughtful manner.