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Videotaped
Self-Modeling (VSM)
“Videotaped self-modeling is defined by Dr. Peter Dowrick of The University
of Hawaii as the procedure of using carefully planned and edited positive
self-images of adaptive-only behavior on video. The goal of VSM is to
change the frequency or quality of a person's behavior. By using basic
video production techniques, images of behaviors which pose special
challenges for individuals can be altered or enhanced. Self-modeling
involves creative planning and editing to produce a short video
approximately two or three minutes long. Students view their video several
times over a two week period and a parent or educator notes their reactions
and changes toward the predetermined goals. Modeling is a powerful way to
learn. Peer models closest to the observer in all characteristics have been
shown to have the most impact. Thus, having the students view themselves
doing the modeling has the potential to cause even greater change. What
better model than seeing ourselves performing at our best? With the simple
use of a camcorder and VCR individuals are able see themselves mastering
new skills, accepting new situations comfortably, living their future
dreams. There are very few issues that self-modeling cannot change. The
only requirement is that the person wants to change and the desired change
is realistic. Perhaps because of its self-modeling aspect, Videotaped
Self-modeling often succeeds where conventional methods have failed.
Two of the effects of VSM that seem to be consistent across studies are: 1)
Skills and behaviors generalize; and 2) Improvement occurs rapidly. Both of
these aspects are hard to find in intervention methods”
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