Essential Learning
The following videos, produced by Vanderbilt EBIP, demonstrate several of the preference assessment procedures covered in this lesson.
Vanderbilt EBIP also has videos on preference assessment methods not covered in this lesson, including Single Stimulus Preference Assessments and Multi-Stimulus With Replacement. You are encouraged to watch those as well if you wish to explore further.
Conversation Exercise
Use FRED, our AI-powered chatbot, to discuss how you would choose between different preference assessment procedures in your own setting, and how you might adapt them for different learners.
Click the conversation icon in the bottom right of your screen, or open the chat interface directly.
If you have not already, read our guide on getting the most from your conversations with FRED.
Reflection Exercise
Before you start, have you read our article on completing reflection exercises?
Write a reflection using the prompts below. Your response should be:
- Between 100 to 500 words (approximately 5–7 sentences minimum)
- Written in any language you prefer
- Focused on deep engagement, not grammar or spelling
Reflection Prompts (choose one or more):
- Summarise Key Concepts: Which preference assessment procedures were demonstrated, and what are their main features?
- Define in Your Own Words: How would you explain one of these procedures to a colleague?
- Importance and Relationships: Why is conducting a preference assessment important before designing interventions?
- Practical Application: How could you adapt one of these procedures to suit a specific learner?
- Application to Your Practice: Provide an example of when you might use one method over another.
- Interesting Insights: What did you notice in the videos that surprised you?
Example Reflection:
Watching the Vanderbilt EBIP examples made it clear how systematic and consistent preference assessments need to be. I saw how even small details, like item placement or timing, could influence results. I now understand why it’s essential to match the method to the learner’s communication skills and attention span…
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