Data Collection & Progress Monitoring Flashcards

Whole-interval recording requires that a behavior is marked only if:

Answer: It occurs throughout the entire interval

Whole-interval recording requires the target behavior to be present for the full duration of the interval to be scored as occurring.

In the context of progress monitoring, a 'probe' is BEST described as:

Answer: A brief, standardized assessment to measure a specific skill at a point in time

Probes are short, frequent, standardized assessments used to regularly check student mastery of a specific skill.

Which of the following BEST describes progress monitoring?

Answer: Ongoing, frequent assessment used to track student learning over time

Progress monitoring is a systematic, ongoing process of frequent data collection used to evaluate student growth and the effectiveness of instruction.

To ensure usefulness, a CTA should record data in a way that is:

Answer: Consistent, objective, and based on agreed-upon criteria

Consistent and objective data collection using predetermined criteria ensures reliability, validity, and usefulness for instructional decision-making.

When using momentary time sampling, the CTA records:

Answer: Whether the behavior is occurring at the exact moment each interval ends

Momentary time sampling only records whether the target behavior is happening at the precise moment the interval ends, like a snapshot.

Which of the following is the BEST example of anecdotal data?

Answer: A narrative description of a student's behavior and interactions during recess

Anecdotal data consists of descriptive, narrative notes that document observed behaviors and events in a story-like format.

Why is it important for a CTA to record observational data immediately after witnessing a behavior?

Answer: To prevent memory errors and maintain the accuracy of the record

Recording data promptly reduces the risk of memory decay or distortion, preserving the accuracy and reliability needed for sound educational decisions.