With which teaching method are correct responses or approximations differentially reinforced?

The method in which correct responses or approximations are differentially reinforced is Discrete Trial Training (DTT). In DTT, instruction is broken down into small, specific segments (or trials) where a clear, antecedent cue is given, followed by a response from the learner. The key aspect of DTT is that each correct response is immediately reinforced, which strengthens the likelihood of that response occurring again. Additionally, approximations toward the correct response can also be reinforced during this process, making it effective in teaching new skills and behaviors.

This method is particularly useful in structured educational settings, as it provides a clear framework for learning. It allows for systematic evaluation of the learner's progress and helps educators implement precise teaching strategies tailored to individual needs.

In contrast, Natural Environment Teaching (NET), Peer Teaching, and Simulated Learning focus on different aspects of the learning process, such as generalization, collaborative learning, and practice in real-life scenarios - but they do not specifically emphasize the differential reinforcement of correct responses or approximations in the same way that DTT does.