ProTech | Measurement & Data Collection

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Abstract

Note: The course includes materials for supervisors to support their technician’s learning. This added feature enhances real-time application and helps learners get more out of the training experience. 

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Learners will be able to learn the different types of measurement in behavior analysis, practice measuring behavior, both directly and indirectly, and collect data. They will also apply methods for ensuring data integrity and storing and securing data.

Learning Checklist

1. Operationally define the target behavior before measuring or collecting data.

2. Apply direct measurement methods such as frequency, rate, duration, latency, interresponse time (IRT), trial by trial/percent of opportunity, accuracy, narrative (topography), and discrete categorization.

3. Apply indirect measurement methods such as permanent products, interviews, rating scales, and questionnaires.

4. Apply time-sampling methods such as whole-interval recording, partial-interval recording, momentary time sampling, and planned activity check (PLACHECK).

5. Ensure data integrity by minimizing risks of subjectivity, collecting the right form of interobserver agreement (IOA; e.g., total count, exact count per interval, trial by trial), treatment integrity, and storing data securely.