The Acquisition of Behavioral Chains.

Smiley, Ellen E.

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Publication Date: 1974

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The Acquisition of Behavioral Chains

Smiley, Ellen E.

Journal of Experimental Child Psychology, 18, 2, 190-200, Oct 74

Describes a study of some conditions which facilitate the acquisition of behavioral chains by young children. Three experiments are presented which concern: (1) overt responses to the internal components of the chain; (2) use of an aversive consequence; and (3) added instructions at the beginning of training. (Author/SDH)

Descriptors: Behavior Chaining, Behavior Development, Child Development, Instruction, Overt Response, Preschool Children, Timeout, Training

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