Research Methods in Applied Behavior Analysis / Edition 2

by Jon S. Bailey, Mary R. Burch

Overview

Research Methods in Applied Behavior Analysis, 3^rd Edition is a practical and accessible text that provides the beginning researcher with a clear description of how behavior analysts conduct applied research and submit it for publication.

In a sequence of ten logical steps, this text covers the elements of single-case research design and the practices involved in organizing, implementing, and evaluating research studies. This revision covers important new topics for consideration when designing a study including ecological validity, procedural fidelity, and the consecutive controlled case series design which includes replications of single-cases, and the statistical analysis of accumulated studies. Included also are chapter summaries, specific tips for master’s and doctoral researchers as well as recommended procedures for BCBA consultants.

Rich with details from the authors’ vast experience and numerous examples from published research, this text is an indispensable resource for students of applied behavior analysis and for practicing behavior analysts.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781138685253
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	10/12/2017
Edition description:	New
Pages:	256
Product dimensions:	6.10(w) x 9.10(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

Jon S. Bailey, is Emeritus Professor of Psychology at Florida State University, Ret., where he taught graduate courses for behavior analysts. Dr. Bailey is a founding director of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board®, and he is past president of the Association of Professional Behavior Analysts.

Mary R. Burch, is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst®. Dr. Burch has more than twenty-five years of experience in developmental disabilities. She has been a behavior specialist, QMRP, unit director, and consulting behavior analyst in developmental disabilities, mental health, and preschool settings.

Table of Contents

Part I: Introduction to Behavior Analysis Research

Part II: Research Methods in Applied Behavior Analysis: Ten Steps for Successful Research

Step 1. How to Develop a Good Idea

Step 2. How to Focus Your Research Question

Step 3. How to Develop Your Dependent and Independent Variables

Step 4. How to Design Your Experiment Including Ecological and Social Validity

Step 5. How to Design Your Data Collection Systems

Step 6. How to Pilot Test Your Key Variables

Step 7. How to Find the Appropriate Research Design for Your Study

Step 8. How To Conduct an Ethics Check

Step 9. How To Successfully Carry Out Your Research Project

Step 10. How To Graph and Analyze Your Data

Part III: How to Evaluate Published Research

Part IV: How to Use Applied Research Methods in Clinical and Educational Settings

Part V: How to Go Public With Your Research

Appendix A: Generating Graphs in Numbers by Casey Copeland

Index

About the Authors

Editorial Reviews

"This instructive text takes the novice researcher step-by-step through the process of developing, conducting, evaluating, and disseminating scholarly work in behavior analysis. The authors not only prepare students and practitioners to conduct research in a competent and ethical manner, but they provide valuable guidelines for integrating research findings into clinical practice."

Dorothea C. Lerman, PhD, BCBA-D, professor of psychology and behavior analysis, University of Houston, Clear Lake

"The second edition of Research Methods in Applied Behavior Analysis by Bailey and Burch is a highly accessible ‘how-to" manual for conducting applied behavior analysis research. Rich with details from the authors’ vast experience and numerous examples from published research, this text is an indispensable resource for students of applied behavior analysis and for practicing behavior analysts."

Raymond G. Miltenberger, PhD, BCBA-D, professor and director, Applied Behavior Analysis program, University of South Florida

"Bailey and Burch’s Research Methods in Applied Behavior Analysis, 2^nd Edition is another one in the long line of books from these authors that expertly addresses core issues in our field. Research is the oxygen that we behavior analysts require to survive and thrive. Our successes are due to our adherence to the scientific method and carefully planned and implemented research to support our clinical efforts. This book is an excellent resource to guide the research process from the very beginning of idea formulation to the application of research findings."
Thomas Zane, PhD, BCBA-D, director, Online Applied Behavior Analysis Programs, Department of Applied Behavioral Science, University of Kansas

"This new version of Research Methods in Applied Behavior Analysis is a wonderful resource for young researchers! The text is very engaging and easy to read, rare qualities for a textbook on research methods. The chapters guide junior researchers through very practical steps for designing and conducting research. I particularly liked the explanation of the logic behind the research designs. The success of an undergraduate thesis or master’s thesis is heavily dependent upon the skill of the research mentor. Having this book as a resource gives the junior researcher the wisdom and guidance of a widely-published secondary mentor, Dr. Jon Bailey."

Linda LeBlanc, PhD, executive advisor, Trumpet Behavioral Health, president, LeBlanc Behavioral Consulting

From the Publisher

"I like the conversational style, and I think my students would enjoy reading this book…There is no other how-to text on this topic. I think it will make a useful and much-needed addition to the behavioral textbook market."

Jennifer Austin

"There is a definite need for a ‘how to’ book such as this to train behavior analysts…The authors have a very thorough and understandable approach to the topics. They include lots of examples and everyday insights and practical tips that are valuable to new researchers…The strength of this book seems to be in the authors’ experience and sharing of practical advice to readers."

Don Patterson

"The topic is timely and the writing style is pragmatic and user-friendly. The field needs an updated book on research methods."

Pamela G. Osnes