Which prompt type is described as highlighting environmental cues to increase the likelihood of a correct response?

Which prompt type is described as highlighting environmental cues to increase the likelihood of a correct response?

• A. Stimulus prompt
• B. Verbal prompt
• C. Proximity prompt
• D. Gestural prompt

Answer: (A)

Stimulus prompts work by making the environmental cues around a response more noticeable to encourage the correct choice. This means altering or adding features to the stimulus or its surroundings so the right option stands out—like highlighting, color-coding, or placing the correct item in a more salient location. For example, outlining the correct picture with a bright border or arranging it where it’s most visible helps the learner notice the cue and respond correctly. This approach focuses on the environment itself to guide performance, rather than giving spoken hints, moving closer to the item, or demonstrating a gesture. As the learner gains discrimination, these prompts are gradually faded to promote independent responding.

Stimulus prompts work by making the environmental cues around a response more noticeable to encourage the correct choice. This means altering or adding features to the stimulus or its surroundings so the right option stands out—like highlighting, color-coding, or placing the correct item in a more salient location. For example, outlining the correct picture with a bright border or arranging it where it’s most visible helps the learner notice the cue and respond correctly. This approach focuses on the environment itself to guide performance, rather than giving spoken hints, moving closer to the item, or demonstrating a gesture. As the learner gains discrimination, these prompts are gradually faded to promote independent responding.