ERIC Number: EJ1274384
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2020
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Use of Technology in Facilitating Remote Caregiver Training for Token Systems
Davis, Cheryl; Hendon, Faith; McDonald, Kendra; Blanco, Sam
International Journal of Developmental Disabilities, v66 n5 p330-338 2020
The prevalence of autism continues to rise, yet the ability to receive treatment or caregiver training through traditional in-person methods continues to be a precluding factor for many families. Studies have shown that parent training provides benefits to caregivers and children through increased success of interventions, implementation, and generalization of skills. This study evaluated the effect of using technology for remote caregiver training of a token economy for use during routine non-preferred activities. A multiple-baseline design was implemented across two participants, through three phases. Additional surveys and interviews were conducted to evaluate social validity. Results revealed that caregivers acquired necessary skills to implement the fixed interval schedule of reinforcement with token system and participants reported experiencing greater positive interactions with the children. Limitations of this study included no data were collected on the children's behavior, nor were they trained on token economy use. Extraneous variables may have affected the results, such as unplanned household events. Results suggest that remote caregiver training can increase desirable interactions between caregiver and child, improve socially significant behaviors, and extend resources not typically available to all families.
Descriptors: Caregiver Training, Token Economy, Behavior Modification, Reinforcement, Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Program Effectiveness, Educational Technology, Distance Education, Skill Development, Interaction, Parent Education
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Adult Education
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Language: English
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