Assignment

Grading Criteria

Points

Possible

Points

Earned

Content

Clearly explains the general purpose of each of the 3 sets of data presented and how each set of data can be used in the program evaluation process.

Correctly identifies the type of data collected for all figures as either quantitative or qualitative.

Contains no misunderstandings

0-25

Appropriately uses data presented for the program planning and evaluation process by including the following analysis:

For Figure 1: Discusses purpose of the data and what the data indicates in relation to the effectiveness of the program.

Contains no misunderstandings or miscalculations

0-10

For Figure 2: Discuss the level, trend, and variability of the challenging behavior incidents reported during baseline (before) and treatment (after the program began). Correctly Describes the effect of the intervention on the frequency behavior incidents.

Contains no misunderstandings or miscalculations

0-15

For Figure 3: Correctly indicates the total frequency of physical aggression for each observer. Correctly calculate IOA and identifies if it is in the acceptable range. Discusses the importance of IOA to determining program

Contains no misunderstandings or miscalculations

0-20

For Figure 4: Correctly calculates the percent correct results of the treatment integrity checklist before intervention,1 day after intervention, and at the 3-month follow up.

Contains no misunderstandings or miscalculations

0-20

Writing

Structure:

Paper includes a title page, introduction with thesis statement, conclusion, and in-text citations and reference page using APA style. Paper is appropriate in length (body of the paper should be a minimum of 4 pages, not including the title page or reference page). Paper includes reference to the text book and at least 1 other academic source.

0-10

Mechanics:

Paper uses Standard American English including correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation, and complete sentences and paragraphs. Paper is free of typographical errors. Paper includes a highly developed viewpoint and purpose. Paper demonstrates superior organization; communication is highly ordered, logical and unified.

0-10

Total

110

An explanation of the points earned, as well as where the assignment could be strengthened will be included with your grade.