The MotivAider Gets Results!

We thank Trina Spencer for offering to share these results with other educators. [e-mail Trina].

Prepared by Trina D. Spencer, BCBA
ABA 2002 Poster Presentation
Hawthorne Country Day School
Hawthorne, New York
Note: Trina is currently at Utah State University

Background

The MotivAider is a simple electronic device that systematically provides an individual with private prompts to engage in a specific behavior. It is usually worn on or near the body so the vibration is easily detected. It can be programmed to vibrate on a fixed or variable schedule and for different durations and intensity levels.

Some of the benefits of the MotivAider include ownership, consistency, and privacy. The MotivAider was originally intended for self-management interventions. However, this new and innovative tool seems perfect for several other behavior analytic tasks.

The purpose of these projects was to test the social validity and effectiveness of additional MotivAider methods. Surely, such a great tool can be functional for a variety of settings, users, and interventions.

The Projects

Project 1 - MotivAider Prompts Teacher

Project 2 - MotivAider Prompts Teacher to Prompt Student

Project 3 - MotivAider Prompts Observer to Record Data

Project 4 - MotivAider Prompts Parents