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Share on twitter. Share on pinterest. Overview Precision teaching is a system of teaching used in Applied Behavior Analysis ABA that utilizes exact measurements and data to guide instruction and curricula choices.

Guiding Principles Precision teaching is guided by the following key points: Pinpoint the behavior s : Pinpointing behavior involves creating an exact operational definition of the behavior in question so that that specific behavior can be targeted effectively during teaching.

An example of an operational definition for writing behavior would be picking up a pencil in the dominant hand, placing the pencil to the paper and make letters and words using movements of the hand and wrist. Always observe behaviors: When doing precision teaching, it is better to take data in short windows e.

Using a longer observation period can lead to more mistakes and less informative data. Short periods allow you to take more accurate behavior data, which results in better curricular and teaching decisions. Precise measurement: Behavior data should, ideally, be taken using a count and time approach for the greatest level of accuracy rather than just frequency or just duration by themselves.

Using both frequency and duration together help maximize the accuracy and validity of the collected data. Make use of the Standard Celeration Chart SCC : The SCC is a precise tool that allows the teacher or clinician to both visually and quantitatively display behavioral data in relation to the teaching strategies that are being utilized, thereby allowing them to make rapid teaching and treatment decisions.

Unfortunately, they do not offer free or printable copies of the Standard Celeration Chart. Picture of a Standard Behavior Graph. Courtesy of Standard Behavior Graph. Sale Product on sale.

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The Precision Teaching system allows for strong adherence to the core values of ethical, effective behavior analysts and is a strong driver of superior outcomes. Hungry for more Precision Teaching content? Rick Kubina and Amy Evans, with special guest host Kerri Milyko, as they discuss some of the intricacies of Precision Teaching as well as debunk common myths!

Amy L. Evans, M. Amy has worked in private learning centers, public school classrooms, home-based intervention and homeschool settings, combining the principles of Behavior Analysis, Precision Measurement, and Direct Instruction to solve educational and behavioral challenges for students from 4 to 18 years old, with and without learning or developmental disabilities.

Evans, A. A case for embracing data science. A Precise Description of Precision Teaching. Paper presented in Gist, C.

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