What is Discrete Trial Training? (DTT)
There is frequent confusion surrounding Discrete Trial Training (DTT) and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Many parents and caregivers hear “ABA” and assume this refers strictly to the highly structured approach of DTT. In reality, DTT is just one way to apply ABA methods. By clarifying what ABA encompasses and how DTT fits within it, we can better understand the variety of strategies available for helping individuals with autism learn and grow. Understanding the Core of ABA ABA draws upon the