CentralReach “ABA On Call” Season 6 Ep 7: Revisiting Walden Two
Episode description
In this episode of ABA On Call, Doug Kostowicz Ph.D. BCBA-D and Richard M. Kubina Ph.D. BCBA-D delve into B.F. Skinner's novel Walden Two. They explore the book's depiction of a utopian society guided by behaviorist principles, discussing its implications for contemporary behavior analysis. The hosts offer a balanced perspective, recognizing the book's controversial reception and its significance in understanding the potential scope and limitations of behavior analysis in shaping human environments. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on the novel's ideas and contribute feedback for future discussions.
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Show Notes
References and Resources:
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Dinello, D. (2019). Children of men. Author. https://doi.org/10.504/9781800850576
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Skinner, B. F. (1953). Science and human behavior. Macmillan.
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Skinner, B. F. (1948). Walden Two. New York: Macmillan.