Continuous Measurement
Also called: continuous recording, event recording
Definition
Recording every instance of the target behavior during the observation period, so the record captures the full count, duration or timing rather than a sample. Count, rate, duration, latency and interresponse time are all continuous measures. It is the more accurate approach and the more demanding one for an observer who is also running a session.
In plain language
Recording every single time the behavior happens, for the whole session. Most accurate, but hardest to do while teaching.
Example
A technician tallies each request during a forty-minute session and times how long each tantrum lasts.
Not continuous measurement
Checking every thirty seconds whether the learner is on task. That samples the behavior rather than recording every instance.
Commonly confused with
See also
Written from
- johnston-pennypacker-2020
Written from Johnston, Pennypacker and Green (2020). No textbook glossary consulted.
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