Matthew Decides to Try an Experiment to See How Strangers

question 108

Multiple Choice

Matthew decides to try an experiment to see how strangers react when he walks beside them, slowing his pace when they do and speeding up when they do. What is likely to be a common reaction to Matthew's experiment?

• A) The person he is walking beside will give him strange looks and ask him what he is doing.
• B) The person will not even notice what Matthew is doing.
• C) The person he is walking beside will begin to mimic his behaviour.
• D) The person will stop walking altogether, then turn and walk in the opposite direction.

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Definitions:

Baseline

A term used to describe data collected from behavioral observations of a target behavior before intervention is implemented. Baseline data help teachers determine whether an intervention was effective by comparing the rate at which a behavior occurred before and after the intervention was implemented.

Placebo Effect

A phenomenon where an individual experiences a perceived improvement in condition or symptoms after receiving a treatment that has no therapeutic effect.

Hawthorne Effect

A phenomenon where individuals modify an aspect of their behavior in response to their awareness of being observed.

Student Observation

The process of systematically watching and noting the behaviors and skills of students, often used in educational settings to assess progress or identify needs.