Descriptive Assessment
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Descriptive Assessment
Scientific Rigor(s) Exemplified by Conducting a Descriptive Assessment
Describe the actions taken when conducting a descriptive assessment and explain how scientific rigor(s) are exemplified.
Benefits and Limitations of a Descriptive Assessment
Describe the benefits and limitations of conducting a descriptive assessment
Quantifying the Target Behavior
· Provide a brief summary of the observations.
Target Behavior
Provide an operational definition for the concerning behavior adhering to the features of objective, clarity, and complete.
Visual Display
Provide a line graph.
Interpretation
Conduct visual inspection and describe the trend.
ABC Data Collection and Analysis
Identifying Stimulus Changes Co-Occurring with the Behavior
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Visual Display of ABC Data
Provide the bar graph.
Interpretation of the Contingency Analysis
Interpret the graph and conclude the results of the descriptive assessment.
Compassion and/or Cultural Variables Considered
Describe how one might consider the compassion and/or cultural variables when conducting a descriptive assessment.
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