The aim, progress, and evolution of behavior analysis

Abstract

Discusses Skinner's 3 major contributions to behavior analysis: prediction and control (1931), the 3-term contingency (1938), and radical behaviorism (1945). Skinner's most important contribution, however, was his empirical epistemology. External and internal problems are noted which have impeded wider acceptance of behavior analysis. Recommendations are made whereby to counter misunderstandings.