topic 22 Flashcards
token economy
1
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what is token economy?
A
- token: a conditioned reinforcer that can be given immediately after a behaviour and exchanged for bakcup reinforcers
- directed to chaning the behaviours of groups of people
- changing a number of target behaviours
- complex systems to manage the consequences of behaviour
2
Q
how to implement a token economy
how to start a token economy?
A
- decide on the target behaviours; easier to do when group members are similar to each other
- conduct a functional assessment to determine the abcs
- recuit staff and train them to administer the program
- collect baseline data
3
Q
how to implement a token economy
how to set up a token economy?
A
- select tokens; may be tangible or symbolic
- practical considerations for tokens
- set up facilites; eg stores
- select backup reinforcers
- manage consequences ( more info)
4
Q
how to implement a token economy
how to phase out a token economy?
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- behaviour should be maintained by nautral contingencies
- thin the schedule of reinforcment
- delay reinforcement
- replace programmed reinforcers with natural reinforcers
5
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what are some target behaviours example
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- appropriate social behaviours
- academic perfomance
- daily living skills
6
Q
what are some examples with setting
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- “mark system” for inmates
- classrooms; “gold star”
- worsites; egg carton and open pit mining
- institutional settins
7
Q
what are the benefits and problems of token economies
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- is n effective way of changing problem behaviours
- behaviour may revert back
- high cost
- criticized as demeaning
