When it comes to collecting ABC data, there are two variations that every future BCBA should know: Narrative and continuous recording. Not sure what when to use which type? PTB founder Dana Meller can help with that.
Dana Do’s: Two Variations of ABC Data Explained Read More
Procedural integrity is essential for knowing whether an intervention is actually being implemented as designed. PTB founder Dana Meller breaks down the nine most common factors that interfere with consistent, accurate implementation.
Dana Do’s: 9 Common Threats That Undermine Procedural Integrity Read More
Dr. Tyra Sellers (J.D., Ph.D., BCBA-D), PTB scholar-in-residence and former BACB director of ethics, unpacks the ethical lines of using testimonials as a BCBA to promote your business or services.
Ethically Speaking: When Can Behavior Analysts Use Testimonials? Read More
PTB founder Dana Meller clarifies a common point of confusion by unpacking the differences between behavior- and value-altering effects, and why understanding that distinction matters on exam day.
Third parties come up frequently in ABA ethics—and they’re often misunderstood. PTB scholar-in-residence and former director of ethics at the BACB, Tyra Sellers (J.D., Ph.D., BCBA-D) explains.
Ethically Speaking: Who Counts as a Third Party Under the BACB® Ethics Code? Read More
Understanding the relationship between count, rate, and frequency can feel surprisingly tricky. If you’ve ever second-guessed how these measurement terms actually differ, you’re not alone. PTB founder Dana Meller offers a clear, practical breakdown to help you finally make sense of them for the exam.
Dana Do’s: Confused About Frequency? Read More
Confused by ABA versus the professional practice guided by the science of behavior analysis? If so, PTB founder Dana Meller has got you.
PTB founder Dana Meller examines antecedent interventions and the key differences among them.
Dana Do’s: Understanding Antecedent Interventions Read More
Beyond time sampling and interval recording, there are two other discontinuous measurement methods PTB founder Dana Meller believes you should know for the BCBA® exam.
Dana Do’s: Understanding Discontinuous Measurement Methods Read More
When behavior reappears after extinction, is it spontaneous recovery or resurgence? PTB founder Dana Meller explain the difference.
Dana Do’s: Unwanted Effects of Extinction Read More