title: Video-based training of respite care providers: an interactional analysis of presentation format.
abstract: We conducted two studies to evaluate a video-based instructional package for training respite care providers and the role of presentation format (viewing the videotapes alone, with a partner, and with structured group training) as a contextual variable. In Study 1, the results of a within-subjects Latin square design nested within a multiple baseline showed that performance during simulated (role-played) respite care situations improved in five of the six skill areas for the 12 trainees following presentation of the videotape, with no differences between presentation formats. Correct responding generalized to respite care situations involving a developmentally disabled child, and in most cases, acquired skills were maintained for up to 6 months. In Study 2, we conducted a clinical replication of Study 1 under conditions more closely approximating those in which the training program would be implemented by respite care agencies. Results of the between-groups analysis were consistent with the findings of Study 1.
authors.affiliation: Devereux Foundation, Institute of Clinical Training and Research, Devon, Pennsylvania 19333-0400.
authors.forename: N A
authors.initials: NA
authors.lastname: Neef
authors.forename: S
authors.initials: S
authors.lastname: Trachtenberg
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Loeb
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Sterner
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D006233:Persons with Disabilities; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D012073:Remedial Teaching / Q000379:methods*; D012107:Research Design; D012144:Respite Care; D012381:Role Playing; D013192:Staff Development; D013223:Statistics as Topic; D014743:Videotape Recording