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Homework: Validity & Conclusions
Competencies Measured
By successfully completing this homework, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies:
I. Competency I: Apply techniques of behavioral measurement and data display.
1. Present a complete introduction.
2. Present a complete Methods section.
II. Competency II: Discriminate features of single-subject experimental designs based on current research in the field.
1. Present a complete Results section.
III. Competency III: Evaluate effectiveness of behavior change procedures by visually analyzing and interpreting single-subject experimental designs included in current research.
1. Describe how the study demonstrates each of the validities: internal, external, and social.
2. Explain the overall conclusions and findings of the study.
IV. Competency IV: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly and consistent with expectations for professionals in the field of psychology.
1. Demonstrate an academic writing style through well-organized prose that follows homework guidelines.
2. Demonstrate compliance with current APA style, citation, and referencing guidelines.
Overview
This is the final submission for the course project. For this homework, you will complete the Validity and Conclusion sections of your study. You are required to include all of the sections of your hypothetical behavior analytic study in your submission. Be sure to integrate any feedback you received to revise and improve your study.
Instructions
Complete the final sections of the hypothetical behavior analytic study.
Validity
Describe and give examples of how your study plans for and demonstrates internal, external, and social validity. Provide at least two examples for each type of validity.
Conclusions
Discuss the overall conclusions and findings of the study. Describe at least two strengths and two limitations. Discuss directions and areas for future research.