Objective: Apply the ethical analysis discussion guide tool
provided to a real or hypothetical scenario, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of ethical considerations in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Create a 5-to-10 minute recorded presentation to showcase your ability to effectively analyze and address ethical dilemmas in behavior analytic practice. You may use any program you would like to create this presentation, as long as you are able to upload the video file as required in Canvas. Include copies of any presentation files with your submission (powerpoint)
Instructions:
- Selecting a Scenario (10 points):
- Choose a real-life scenario from your professional experience or create a hypothetical scenario that reflects an ethical challenge in ABA.
- Provide a brief overview of the scenario, including relevant details such as the setting, individuals involved, and the nature of the ethical dilemma.
- Utilizing the Ethical Analysis Tool (40 points):
- Clearly identify and articulate the specific ethical code items involved in the scenario.
- Apply each step of the provided ethical analysis tool systematically and thoroughly:
- Identify the objective facts related to the situation
- Determine if additional information is required to make an informed decision
- Identify the specific parties involved and their roles/power in the situation, and their desired outcomes
- Outline cultural considerations pertinent to the scenario, if any
- Potential Courses of Action (20 points):
- Explore and present at least three alternative courses of action that could have been taken in the scenario.
- Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of each alternative, considering the potential impact on the well-being of the client and other relevant stakeholders.
- Final Action Plan (20 points):
- Determine which action you would select.
- Identify any additional information, training, supervision, or experience required to follow through on your selected course of action.
- Provide a final reflection on your ethical scenario evaluation and the ethical decision-making process.
- Presentation Style and Clarity (20 points):
- Ensure the presentation is clear, organized, and engaging.
- Speak clearly, maintaining a professional and respectful tone.
- Use visual aids or slides, if desired, to enhance the clarity and presentation of key points.
- Includes PDF of slides in the submission, along with the recording.
Rubric:
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Components |
Excellent (100% of points) |
Good (50% of points) |
Needs Improvement (0% of points) |
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Selecting a Scenario |
Chooses a compelling and relevant scenario, providing a |
Selects an adequate scenario with some clarity or |
Weak or unclear choice of scenario, with an inadequate |
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Utilizing the Ethical Analysis Tool |
Applies the ethical analysis tool thoroughly, |
Applies the tool with some gaps or less detail. |
Incomplete or insufficient application of the tool. Lacks |
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Courses of Action |
Presents at least three viable alternative courses of |
Presents alternative courses of action with some gaps or less |
Weak presentation of alternative courses of action, |
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Final Action Plan |
Identifies an acceptable final course of action, and |
Final course of action may include gaps or potential |
Final course of action would be considered unacceptable. |
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Presentation Style and Clarity |
Delivers a clear, organized, and engaging presentation. |
Delivers a presentation with some clarity and |
Weak or unclear presentation, lacks organization, or |
NOTE: Because of the point values and weight of this assignment, late submissions will incur a 5 point penalty for each day late, with a maximum penalty of 30 points (6 days late). As per the virtual course schedule, no points are available for submissions that are more than 7 days late (without prior arrangement with your professor).