Task List Reference: B-13

 Define and provide examples of rule-governed and contingency-shaped behavior.

Influencing Behavior Without Direct Pairing, Explained

Influencing Behavior Without Direct Pairing Explained

Learn about an interesting phenomenon related to verbal cues motivating individuals without tangible reinforcement. PTB co-founder Dana Meller also shares an example of research conducted with little kids.

Refer to BCBA® Task List (5th ed.) Sections B-13: Define and provide examples of rule-governed and contingency-shaped behavior; and G-6: Use instructions and rules.

Dana’s Do’s: WWSD (What Would #Skinner Do?) on Tax Day?

Dana's Do's: WWSD (What Would Skinner Do?) on Tax Day

PTB co-founder Dana Meller illustrates a perfect example of rule-governed behavior centered on our shared and dreaded annual Tax Day obligation.

BCBA® Task List (5th ed.) Section B-13: Define and provide examples of rule-governed and contingency-shaped behavior.

Rule-governed behavior

ABA terms you need to know: rule-governed-behavior.

A verbal description of a behavioral contingency in which behavior comes under the control of consequences that are too delayed to influence behavior directly.

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