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Observation and Assessment Flashcards

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  1. Which observation method is most useful for determining how frequently a specific behavior occurs throughout the day?

    Answer: Event sampling

    Event sampling tallies each time a targeted behavior occurs, making it ideal for measuring behavior frequency.

  2. A caregiver observes a 4-year-old during free play but does not interact with or redirect the child. This technique is called:

    Answer: Non-participant observation

    Non-participant observation means the observer watches without interacting, minimizing influence on the child's natural behavior.

  3. Developmental screening tools such as the Ages and Stages Questionnaire (ASQ) are designed to:

    Answer: Identify children who may need further evaluation

    Screening tools flag children who may be at risk and need more thorough assessment — they do not provide diagnoses.

  4. Which of the following best describes 'objective' observation documentation?

    Answer: 'Maya threw a red block onto the floor with force and began crying.'

    Objective documentation records observable facts without interpretation, judgment, or inference about internal states.

  5. A family shares that their child has been assessed and qualifies for an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP). This plan is designed for children:

    Answer: Birth to age 3 with developmental delays or disabilities

    An IFSP under IDEA Part C serves infants and toddlers (birth to age 3) who have developmental delays or qualifying conditions.

  6. When documenting a child's progress, a caregiver writes 'Lena appears to be smarter than the other kids.' This statement is problematic because it is:

    Answer: Subjective and comparative rather than observable fact

    Comparing children and using value-laden language like 'smarter' is subjective and not appropriate in professional observation records.

  7. Time sampling is best suited for studying behaviors that are:

    Answer: Frequent and observable at regular intervals

    Time sampling checks for a behavior at preset intervals, so it works best for behaviors that occur often enough to be captured regularly.