Overview

After you have operationally defined a target behavior, it is important to consider how you are going to measure it. In part one of this assignment, you will select one video to watch and begin by identifying the target behavior. Next, you will provide an operational definition of the target behavior based off of the video including examples and non-examples. Lastly, you will state what measurement system you would use to measure the target behavior and provide a rationale.

In part two of the assignment, you will read the scenarios provided by your instructor, identify the appropriate measurement system, and provide a 1–2 sentence rationale for your choice.

Instructions

Use the “Identify the Measurement System” template (provided by your instructor) to complete this assignment.

Part 1 Video Scenarios

Your instructor will provide you with example videos. Select one video and complete the following:

• Identify the target behavior.
• Provide an operational definition of the behavior including examples and non-examples.
• Identify a measurement system you would use to measure the target behavior and provide a rationale.

Part 2 Written Scenarios

Your instructor will provide various scenarios for use in this assignment. Complete the following:

• Read each scenario.
• Identify the appropriate measurement system.
• Provide a 1–2 sentence rationale for your choice. Explain why you didn’t choose another.

Be sure to complete the self-assessment grading rubric included in the template.

Additional Requirements

• Written communication: Should be free of errors that detract from the overall message.
• Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.

Competencies Measured

By successfully completing this assignment you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and rubric criteria:

• Competency 1: Apply techniques of behavioral measurement and data display.
  • Select and operationally define an appropriate target behavior from a particular scenario.
  • Identify an appropriate measurement system for 9 out of 10 of the scenarios.
  • Explain why the chosen measurement system is appropriate for a particular behavior.
• Competency 4: Communicate in a manner that is scholarly and consistent with expectations for professionals in the field of psychology.
  • Include the grading rubric and a mostly accurate self-assessment, with a few errors.
  • Demonstrate an academic writing style through well-organized prose that follows assignment guidelines.

View Rubric

Week 3 Assignment: Identify the Measurement
Criteria	Ratings	Pts
Select and operationally define an appropriate target behavior from a particular scenario.	50 to >42.5 ptsDISTINGUISHEDSelects and operationally defines an appropriate target behavior from a particular scenario and includes examples and nonexamples.42.5 to >35 ptsPROFICIENTSelects and operationally defines an appropriate target behavior from a particular scenario.35 to >0 ptsBASICSelects and attempts to operationally define a target behavior from a particular scenario, but key information is omitted, or extra information added.0 ptsNON_PERFORMANCEDoes not select or operationally define a target behavior.	/ 50 pts
Identify an appropriate measurement system for 9 out of 10 of the scenarios.	50 to >42.5 ptsDISTINGUISHEDIdentifies an appropriate measurement system for all 10 scenarios.42.5 to >35 ptsPROFICIENTIdentifies an appropriate measurement system for 9 out of 10 of the scenarios.35 to >0 ptsBASICIdentifies a measurement system for 8 out of 10 of the scenarios.0 ptsNON_PERFORMANCEIdentifies a measurement system for fewer than 8 of the scenarios.	/ 50 pts
Explain why the chosen measurement system is appropriate for a particular behavior.	50 to >42.5 ptsDISTINGUISHEDExplains why the chosen measurement system is appropriate for a particular behavior and explains why another measurement system is not appropriate.42.5 to >35 ptsPROFICIENTExplains why the chosen measurement system is appropriate for a particular behavior.35 to >0 ptsBASICAttempts to explain why the chosen measurement system is appropriate for a particular behavior but the explanation is unclear or incomplete.0 ptsNON_PERFORMANCEDoes not explain why the chosen measurement system is appropriate for a particular behavior.	/ 50 pts
Include the grading rubric and a mostly accurate self-assessment, with a few errors.	10 to >8.5 ptsDISTINGUISHEDIncludes grading rubric and is accurate with self-assessment.8.5 to >7 ptsPROFICIENTIncludes grading rubric and is mostly accurate with self-assessment, with a few errors.7 to >0 ptsBASICIncludes grading rubric but does not accurately assess one’s own performance.0 ptsNON_PERFORMANCEDoes not include grading rubric with self-assessed score.	/ 10 pts
Demonstrate an academic writing style through well-organized prose that follows assignment guidelines.	40 to >34 ptsDISTINGUISHEDDemonstrates an academic writing style through well-organized prose that contains no significant grammatical or mechanical errors and follows assignment guidelines.34 to >28 ptsPROFICIENTDemonstrates an academic writing style through well-organized prose that follows assignment guidelines.28 to >0 ptsBASICDemonstrates minimally acceptable writing style, but still has instances of disorganization, grammatical, or mechanical errors, or does not follow all assignment guidelines.0 ptsNON_PERFORMANCEDoes not demonstrate an academic writing style.