Increasing mean length of response by application of reinforcement principles

In previous studies the benefits of the use of behavior modification techniques with the deaf have been demonstrated. In the present study the modification of mean length of response (MLR) was investigated. Four pre-school deaf children were placed on a program in which reinforcement was given for i...

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Published in:Journal of communication disorders 1973-01, Vol.6 (3), p.175-183
Main Authors: Pirreca, Marcia Skeen, Fitch, James L.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Behavior Therapy
Child, Preschool
Conditioning (Psychology)
Deafness - rehabilitation
Deafness - therapy
Education, Special
Extinction, Psychological
Female
Humans
Imitative Behavior
Language
Male
Reinforcement (Psychology)
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Summary:In previous studies the benefits of the use of behavior modification techniques with the deaf have been demonstrated. In the present study the modification of mean length of response (MLR) was investigated. Four pre-school deaf children were placed on a program in which reinforcement was given for increased MLR. All four children showed increases during the reinforcement phases, indicating that reinforcement principles may be an efficient means of manipulating language behaviors. It was also noted that while MLR increased in the study, syntax of responses was erratic.
ISSN:0021-9924
1873-7994
DOI:10.1016/0021-9924(73)90004-X