Table 5. Example of Dependent Variable Response Types

Response Type Definition Interventionist’s Countermeasure
Correct Response When the subject performs a functional communication skill appropriate to the situation using the AAC app. Reinforcement provided
Incorrect Response When a functional communication skill inappropriate to the situation is exhibited using the AAC app, even after modeling is provided. (e.g. pressing the “Help me” button in a request situation, or when no response occurs.) Prompting is provided, followed by reinforcement after the correct response experience.