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Title: Rapid reduction of off-task behavior in retarded children by use of light-out
Author: Drash, Philip W.; Murrin, Mary R.; Jordan, Sheldon E.
Abstract:
Evaluated the effectiveness of a lights-out procedure in reducing off-task behavior in 4 retarded children, aged 3-10 yrs (mean IQ 32). Ss were trained on a lever pressing task as an analog to discrete-trial training procedures. Positive reinforcement ses
Journal: Psychological Reports, Vol 56(2), Apr 1985: 499-509