Week - 1 |
Introduction – Course Overview and General Information The objectives, structure, and evaluation process of the course are explained. The importance and general framework of behavior modification programs are discussed. |
Week - 2 |
Student Selection – Preparation for the Implementation Environment Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to be included in the program are identified. Permissions for the environment, ethical considerations, and observation planning are addressed. |
Week - 3 |
Observation Process – Identification of Problem Behaviors The student’s behaviors are observed using anecdotal and ABC (Antecedent-Behavior-Consequence) recording techniques. Problem behaviors are identified. |
Week - 4 |
Target Behavior and Program Preparation A priority behavior is selected. The target behavior is defined. Behavioral objectives are written, and appropriate intervention techniques are selected to design the program. |
Week - 5 |
Program Development and Approval The behavior modification program is finalized and submitted for instructor approval. Implementation begins upon receiving approval. |
Week - 6 |
Program Implementation – Week 1 The prepared program is applied to the student. An appropriate data collection method is chosen, and initial implementation data are gathered. |
Week - 7 |
Program Implementation – Week 2 The implementation continues. Observations of behavioral changes are conducted, and data are recorded. Adjustments are made if necessary. |
Week - 8 |
Program Implementation – Week 3 The intervention continues. Daily observations and records are collected. Data are regularly transferred to graphs. |
Week - 9 |
Program Implementation – Week 4 The intervention continues. Daily observations and records are collected. Data are regularly transferred to graphs. |
Week - 10 |
Program Implementation – Week 5 Progress and behavioral changes are analyzed. Data graphs are updated. Interim feedback is provided to the family and the teacher. |
Week - 11 |
Program Implementation – Week 6 The continuity of observed behavioral changes is monitored. Interim evaluations are conducted, and implementation notes are recorded. |
Week - 12 |
Program Implementation – Week 7 As the implementation nears completion, graphical data analyses are carried out. The overall implementation process is evaluated. |
Week - 13 |
Program Implementation – Week 8 Final implementation data are collected. Final graphs are completed. The intervention process is concluded. |
Week - 14 |
Evaluation of the Implementation – Writing the Final Report
The entire program process is reviewed and evaluated. A final report is written. Feedback is shared with the family and teacher. Students present their work. |