ABA glossary

Target selection

Also called goal selection

Deciding which behaviors to change and in what order, based on social significance, safety, client and caregiver input, and how much the change will open access to new opportunities.

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The team prioritizes a functional request for help over teaching color names because it reduces tantrums.

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BCBA F.2 · Behavior AssessmentWeaving cultural variables into assessment
BCBA F.3 · Behavior AssessmentAssessing skill strengths and areas of need
BCBA F.8 · Behavior AssessmentPrioritizing socially significant, client-informed, culturally responsive goals
BCBA H.1 · Selecting and Implementing InterventionsWriting intervention goals in observable, measurable terms

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