Course Name: SPED 43030 Applied Behavior Analysis: Punishment and Reinforcement in Renaissance and Medieval Italy
Description: Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is the study of human behavior and the mechanisms of change. Through ABA educators, therapists, and other service professionals use antecedents and consequences to promote prosocial behavior. This course explores the principles and practices of applied behavior analysis through examples in renaissance and medieval Italy. This course will use historical examples to help students (a) understand the foundational principles of applied behavior analysis, (b) learn about historical use of behavior management practices in schools, and (c) learn about the historical treatment of individuals with and without disabilities. Students will analyze modern and historical techniques and their effects on behavior including incentives, attention, corporal punishment, and many others. *Note: Historical examples include instances of mistreatment and punishment of individuals, including neglect, abuse, and torture.
Credit Hours: 3
Prerequisites: SPED 23000
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