Data Collection, Behavior, and Decisions

Data collected during naturalistic teaching should always include information about:

Target behaviors, prompt levels needed, and activities

Data are plotted on line graphs according to:

The number of instances of the behavior across time

Cumulative graphs are used:

When progress toward a predetermined number of behaviors should be demonstrated

What is a discontinuous data recording procedure?

Whole interval recording

If data indicate that progress is not being made, which of the following questions could be asked?

Is the skill program being delivered effectively?

drawback of probe data?

It is less accurate.

Visual inspection is:

Making a judgement about the effects of an intervention by examining graphed data

What data recording procedures is best used for behaviors that have a clear ending and beginning, do not occur throughout an interval, but still occur at high rates?

Partial interval

What describes how probe data is collected?

Collect data on the first 3 trials and if responding is independent, discontinue data collection.

Which of the following graphs indicate the total number of behaviors in an additive fashion?

Cumulative graphs

true about data collection?

It is the foundation for creating behavioral interventions.

What types of graphs are most preferred in the field of ABA?

Line graphs

The process of defining target behaviors using a precise definition is called:

Operationally defining the behavior

Why are trends sometimes necessary to include on line graphs?

Data paths are not always clear