ABAT Skill Acquisition Programming 3

Question 1

In backward chaining, the learner first learns:

Accepted Answer

The last step of the task analysis

Answer

Backward chaining teaches the final step first so the learner always ends the chain by earning the terminal reinforcer, then earlier steps are added in reverse order.

Question 2

A task analysis is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A breakdown of a complex skill into a sequence of smaller component steps

Answer

Task analysis involves breaking a multi-step skill into discrete, teachable steps that can be taught individually or as a chain.

Question 3

In forward chaining, once the learner masters the first step, the trainer:

Accepted Answer

Adds the second step while still completing remaining steps for the learner

Answer

Forward chaining introduces steps sequentially from the first; the trainer continues to complete subsequent steps until each is added to the learner's training.

Question 4

The primary advantage of total task presentation over forward or backward chaining is:

Accepted Answer

The learner practices every step of the chain during every session

Answer

Total task presentation provides practice on all steps in every session, which can increase fluency and shorten overall acquisition time for learners with sufficient prerequisite skills.

Question 5

When developing a task analysis, which method provides the most accurate and complete step sequence?

Accepted Answer

Observing a competent performer complete the task

Answer

Observing a skilled individual perform the task ensures the steps reflect real-world performance and captures nuances that may be missed by other methods.

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ABAT Skill Acquisition Programming 3