Further reading

If you want to go deeper than the app, these books are widely used by people studying behavior analysis. They are suggestions only — pick what fits your exam and level.

  • Applied Behavior Analysis
    John O. Cooper, Timothy E. Heron, William L. Heward
    Broad reference on principles, measurement, design and procedures
    Useful for:BCaBABCBA
  • Behavior Modification: Principles and Procedures
    Raymond G. Miltenberger
    Accessible introduction to core procedures
    Useful for:RBTBCaBABCBA
  • Ethics for Behavior Analysts
    Jon S. Bailey, Mary R. Burch
    Applying the professional ethics code to everyday cases
    Useful for:RBTBCaBABCBA
  • Understanding Behaviorism
    William M. Baum
    Philosophical foundations and radical behaviorism
    Useful for:BCaBABCBA
  • Science and Human Behavior
    B. F. Skinner
    Classic account of operant principles applied to people
    Useful for:BCaBABCBA
  • Verbal Behavior
    B. F. Skinner
    The functional analysis of language (verbal operants)
    Useful for:BCaBABCBA
  • Strategies and Tactics of Behavioral Research and Practice
    James M. Johnston, Henry S. Pennypacker, Gina Green
    Measurement and single-case research methods in depth
    Useful for:BCBA
  • Single-Case Research Designs
    Alan E. Kazdin
    Experimental designs for clinical and applied settings
    Useful for:BCBA
  • Handbook of Applied Behavior Analysis
    Wayne W. Fisher, Cathleen C. Piazza, Henry S. Roane (eds.)
    Assessment and treatment across populations
    Useful for:BCBA
  • 25 Essential Skills and Strategies for the Professional Behavior Analyst
    Jon S. Bailey, Mary R. Burch
    Professional, supervision and consultation skills
    Useful for:BCaBABCBA

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