9. Prompting with Purpose
Master the art of effective prompting and ethical behavior reduction in this dynamic lesson designed for BCBA-candidates and their supervisors. Explore evidence-based stimulus and response prompting procedures (including most-to-least, least-to-most, and errorless teaching), and learn how to design practical, client-centered fading plans.
This lesson also dives deep into Response Interruption and Redirection (RIRD), including when—and when not—to use it. With a strong focus on dignity, consent, and assent, this resource equips learners to apply behavior-change strategies with integrity and intention.
This lesson is grounded in key Test Content areas from the BACB’s 6th Edition (G-7 and G-8) and supports instructors and learners alike. Perfect for group supervision or self-paced study, this lesson includes:
Primary & supplemental journal articles
A 60-minute instructor agenda
Multiple assignment options
Guided discussion and writing prompts
Emphasis on ethical, neurodiverse-affirming practice
Key components include:
- Aligned with BACB 6th Ed. Test Content (G-7, G-8) — Covers selection and implementation of stimulus and response prompts, prompt fading procedures, and behavior-reduction strategies including RIRD, with attention to ethical and client-centered practice.
- Primary article spotlight: Assessment to Identify Learner-Specific Prompt and Prompt-Fading Procedures — Highlights a data-informed approach to selecting and evaluating prompting strategies based on individual learner profiles.
- Three versatile assignment options — including prompting plan design, RIRD critique and rewrite, and video-based analysis to promote applied decision-making and ethical reflection.
- Instructor agenda for a 1-hour session — outlines clear pacing, discussion checkpoints, and activity guidance to support confident, flexible facilitation.
- Group discussion questions and a reflective writing prompt — encourage deep thinking around client autonomy, assent, and practical application of prompt-based interventions. Includes a glossary of key vocabulary terms.
- Enrichment extras — hand-picked podcasts, blogs, videos, and AFIRM modules to reinforce content mastery and support real-world supervision conversations.
Recommended Lesson Plan Order
1. Supervision Unleashed: Mastering the Art of Behavior Analytic Guidance
2. Behavioral Cusps and the 7 Dimensions of ABA
3. FBAs and FAs Part 1: Neurodiverse-Affirming Approaches
4. Understanding and Applying Measurement Systems in ABA
5. Exploring Experimental Designs in ABA
6. Understanding Antecedent and Consequence Interventions
7. Supervision Part 2: Transitioning from RBT to BCBA
8. Preference Assessments & Schedules of Reinforcement
9. Prompting with Purpose