| DBR for Assessment |
| DBR use in assessment provides information to evaluate child behavior and guide decisions related to behavior supports. For instance, a DBR may be used to answer the question, "What percentage of time is Sarah disruptive during math class?" or "What percentage of the time is Immanuel compliant with adult instructions?" |
How can I use a DBR in assessment? It's simple and quick! Print out a DBR form and complete the top section.
- Determine the behaviors of interest, either by selecting from among the possible pre-defined target behaviors or identify your own target behavior.
- Decide who, where, and how often to collect behavior ratings with DBR (e.g., daily, weekly). Ratings can be completed in a matter of seconds.
- Collect multiple ratings across different occasions (e.g. periods, days) (see DBR Standard Form Instructions).
- Plot data graphically, and evaluate child behavior (see DBR Graphing and Interpretation.)
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Who can use a DBR for assessment? DBR can be used by parents, teachers, students, administrators, and intervention teams to collect information and make decisions regarding a child's behavior. It's a great tool for everyone because it is quick, flexible, and evidence-based. |
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