Ethics week 3_ Study Guide
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Week 3: Study Guide
Answer each of the following questions. Your answers must:
1. Be a minimum of three sentences
2. Directly answer the question. For example, if the question asks “What would be the
ethical violation in the above scenario?” and you do not mention any violation, you will
not receive the point.
Study Guide Questions
1. Comment on Leaf et al’s (2021) critique of the RBT® certification. To what extent to
you agree with their critiques? You need not agree or disagree with all of their critiques;
you may select one or two and comment on those specific critiques.
- Leaf et al. (2021) argue that the RBT's competency exam should be administered by
BCBA or BCaBA, citing the importance of proficiency in the material being delivered.
However, I hold a differing opinion. The RBT competency exam is characterized by
standardized questions with limited possible answers. Individuals with over a decade of
experience in behavior analysis likely possess a comprehensive understanding of the
field, programs, and their practical expertise should be considered.Contrary to the notion
that having a license automatically implies superior qualification, I believe that
experience plays a crucial role in determining one's ability to perform a job effectively.
Furthermore, I concur with the viewpoint that a 40-hour training is insufficient. Drawing
from my personal experience, I recall enduring lengthy sessions in front of a computer,
grappling with dense material. Despite my attempts to comprehend the application
process through reading and video demonstrations, it was only when I faced real clients
alongside a BCBA that I truly grasped certain behavioral concepts.
2. How would implementing Leaf et al’s solutions resolve the issues they addressed? If
you work in an RBT role, do you think implementing their solutions would resolve any
issues in your own organization?
-a. In addressing the issue of who should train new RBTs, Leaf et al. (2021) proposed a
clear framework for trainer skills, advocating for additional training for trainers. While I
acknowledge the value of training for both trainers and future RBTs, I differ on the extent
of required training. Considering the wealth of experience that trainers typically possess,
I suggest that while guidelines are essential, the training requirements could be
streamlined. An exam for trainers, as proposed, may be excessive.
-b. Leaf et al. (2021) emphasized the need for extended hours in the credentialing
process, proposing a task force to assess competency acquisition time for each task. I find
this suggestion impractical. Instead, I propose the establishment of dedicated training
facilities or classrooms for future RBTs. These spaces could facilitate monitored
hands-on learning of each task by qualified individuals, offering a more feasible and
practical approach. Reflecting on my personal training experience, the current reliance on
computer-based learning lacks the practical, real-world application that a structured
training environment could provide.
3. Pick one of the three primary approaches to ethics about which you have learned thus
far: virtue ethics, deontology, consequentialism. Using Rosenberg and Schwartz (2019) as
a guide, make a case for why behavior analysts’ professional ethics should be based on
that approach. What is an issue with this approach?
- I agree with the perspective that there shouldn't be a singular universal approach to
ethics, as ethical considerations should be approached on a case-by-case basis. Rosenberg
and Schwartz (2018) extensively discussed the three paradigms virtue ethics, deontology,
and consequentialism each with its own shortcomings. Despite their imperfections, if I
were to advocate for one approach, I lean towards a deontological perspective.
Deontology, characterized by rule-based ethics, operates on the premise that it's possible
to establish a set of principles governing ethical behavior universally. As Rosenburg and
Schwartz (2018) put it, "Deontology is based on the assumption that it is possible to
establish a set of rules or principles that can articulate ethical behavior in all
circumstances and across all contexts, and that if everyone then adheres to those rules,
ethical behavior will be assured.Given that behavior analysts are bound by the BACB
board's standards, which function as a set of rules, I find a deontological approach
aligning with the profession. The key lies in the ongoing adaptation of ethical codes to
address evolving needs and ensure the continued protection of the population served.
4. Compare Rosenberg and Schwartz’s (2019) ethical decision-making model to that
proposed by Brodhead, Quigley, and Cox (2018). As an aid, pick an ethical scenario
you’ve discussed so far in class. If you apply both models to this scenario, how do they
differ and how are they similar? Do they suggest different courses of action?
-In a classroom discussion, we explored an ethical scenario involving a BCBA
undergoing a challenging divorce. This personal struggle manifested in changes to The
BCBa’s appearance, interactions with staff, fellow BCBAs, and notably, had an impact
on parent training. Applying ethical decision-making models by Rosenberg Schwartz
(2019) and Brodhead et al. (2018) yielded consistent outcomes, with no violation of
ethical codes identified. However, addressing the BCBA’s behavior became necessary,
prompting intervention by a colleague.Both models shared commonalities, outlining a
systematic course of action. They involved problem identification, the recommendation
to refer to relevant ethical codes, and crucially, incorporated a self-reflective component.
This self-reflection delved into personal biases and sought to gauge the consensus among
other BCBAs regarding the ethical decision. The recognition of the importance of
self-awareness and seeking the perspectives of colleagues emerged as key elements in
navigating ethical considerations in this scenario.
5. Describe one dual relationship you have had. Did this relationship pose an ethical
dilemma? Was it unavoidable? How did you navigate this relationship? Apply Brodhead
et al’s decision-making model to your situation. Looking back on it, should you have
handled it differently?
-Over the years, I've been diligent about avoiding the establishment of dual relationships
with clients. Reflecting on a class example where a family swiftly accepted me due to our
shared skin color, I acknowledge the potential risk of forming a strong bond solely based
on this similarity.
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