Which of the following is LEAST likely to be considered an important component of effective student instruction involving the use of interactive software?

A) respondent behavior
B) immediate reinforcement
C) operant behavior
D) shaping

Respondent behavior is not directly related to instructional effectiveness when using interactive software. Respondent behavior refers to automatic, reflexive responses to stimuli, whereas interactive software typically involves operant behavior (responses that are followed by consequences that increase or decrease the likelihood of the behavior being repeated). Immediate reinforcement and shaping are important components of effective instruction with interactive software, as they promote the acquisition and maintenance of desired behaviors.