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| The Role of Behavior Analysis in Education Reform |
| Sunday, May 25, 2008 |
| 9:00 AM–9:50 AM |
| Williford B |
| Area: EDC |
| Chair: Daniel E. Hursh (West Virginia University) |
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| Anything but Improved Instruction--What Education Does and What it Needs To Do. |
| Domain: Applied Research |
| ROGER FRANK BASS (Carthage College) |
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| Abstract: Most educational initiatives are repackaged failures drawn from a limited range of theoretical orientations that dominate the field. The kinds of initiatives that have been tried, the level of success they've achieved, and behavioral education alternatives will be addressed. Education's approach to research will also be considered. |
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| What Teachers are Taught about Behavior Analysis. |
| Domain: Applied Research |
| DANIEL E. HURSH (West Virginia University) |
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| Abstract: The presentation will review what evidence suggests are effective educational practices and compare this to what is taught about behavior analysis in teacher education programs. Possible reasons for any discrepancies plus possible ways to diminish the discrepancies will be discussed. |
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