The How to ABA Podcast

Evolution of Discrete Trial Training (DTT)

May 14, 2024 Shira Karpel & Shayna Gaunt Episode 150
Evolution of Discrete Trial Training (DTT)
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The How to ABA Podcast
Evolution of Discrete Trial Training (DTT)
May 14, 2024 Episode 150
Shira Karpel & Shayna Gaunt

Our approach to Discrete Trial Teaching (DTT) today might look a lot different to what we did in the past, or how we were taught in school. In the past, DTT was heavy on memorization, and it often lacked a natural environment component. Here, we discuss the evolution of DTT, what’s changed, and how we can apply it in our current work. 

We talk about the three-term contingency model of DTT and discuss some of the common misconceptions of the technique. We also discuss what a true child-led approach looks like and how to individualize DTT for both client and therapist.


What’s Inside:

  • The evolution of DTT and how we use it today
  • Common misconceptions about DTT
  • How to individualize DTT for clients and therapists


Mentioned In This Episode:
HowToABA.com/join
How to ABA on YouTube
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Three Term Contingency Download

Show Notes

Our approach to Discrete Trial Teaching (DTT) today might look a lot different to what we did in the past, or how we were taught in school. In the past, DTT was heavy on memorization, and it often lacked a natural environment component. Here, we discuss the evolution of DTT, what’s changed, and how we can apply it in our current work. 

We talk about the three-term contingency model of DTT and discuss some of the common misconceptions of the technique. We also discuss what a true child-led approach looks like and how to individualize DTT for both client and therapist.


What’s Inside:

  • The evolution of DTT and how we use it today
  • Common misconceptions about DTT
  • How to individualize DTT for clients and therapists


Mentioned In This Episode:
HowToABA.com/join
How to ABA on YouTube
Find us on Facebook
Follow us on Instagram
Three Term Contingency Download