Type
|
Definition
|
Behavior
|
| Time Sampling |
Determines the degree to which a behavior occurs by observing
and recording the incidence of the behavior at specific time
intervals. |
Incidences of frequent behavior (e.g., hand flapping, self-injurious
behavior, vocalizing). |
| Event Sampling |
Observation of an event that has been defined in advance
and what occurs before and following the event. |
Used to record children's person-social interactions with
the teacher and other children to plan interventions. |
| Anecdotal Record |
A descriptive narrative recorded after the behavior occurs. |
Used to fully detail a certain event or behavior. |
| Journal |
A recording of brief details about each child in a group
after a behavior occurs. |
Used to describe the status and progress of every child
in a class over time. |
| Running Record |
A sequential record recorded while the behavior is occurring. |
Used to document what children are doing in the particular
situation with focus on social or preacademic activity. |
Methods