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. 2009 Summer;42(2):387-92.
doi: 10.1901/jaba.2009.42-387.

Video modeling to train staff to implement discrete-trial instruction

Cynthia N Catania  1 , Daniel Almeida, Brian Liu-Constant, Florence D DiGennaro Reed
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Video modeling to train staff to implement discrete-trial instruction

Cynthia N Catania et al. J Appl Behav Anal. 2009 Summer.

Abstract

Three new direct-service staff participated in a program that used a video model to train target skills needed to conduct a discrete-trial session. Percentage accuracy in completing a discrete-trial teaching session was evaluated using a multiple baseline design across participants. During baseline, performances ranged from a mean of 12% to 63% accuracy. During video modeling, there was an immediate increase in accuracy to a mean of 98%, 85%, and 94% for each participant. Performance during maintenance and generalization probes remained at high levels. Results suggest that video modeling can be an effective technique to train staff to conduct discrete-trial sessions.

Keywords: discrete-trial instruction; staff training; teacher training; video modeling.

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Percentage of discrete-trial teaching skills implemented accurately by Kara, Rob, and Joanne across all phases of the study. Filled circles represent percentage accuracy when the participant delivered instruction to an adult in a role-play session. Open circles represent percentage accuracy when the participant delivered instruction to a student.
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