ABA glossary
Contrived motivating operation
Definition
A teaching arrangement that creates a momentary need for an item or action, such as withholding a needed part, so a mand can be prompted and reinforced.
Example from a session
Giving paper without crayons sets up a request for crayons.
Can you spot contrived motivating operation in a scenario?
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