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BOAS
Behavioral observation, assessment and screening
30
Education
10th Grade
06/15/2010

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behavior
Definition
the way a person acts, talks, performs
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observation
Definition
part of the assessment process, one of several means of obtaining information through watching, listening and taking notes.
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assessment
Definition
process of collecting data or information on what children can do indicating their strengths, needs and interests.
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behavior
Definition
the way a person acts, talks, performs
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observation
Definition
part of the assessment process, one of several means of obtaining information through watching, listening and taking notes.
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assessment
Definition
process of collecting data or information on what children can do indicating their strengths, needs and interests.
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initial assessment
Definition
beginning observation that takes into account not only developmental differences, but diversity in culture, economics status and home background.
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ongoing assessment
Definition
because a single assessment is not an exact statement of a child’s abilities, but just an indicator of performance, regularly scheduled observations/assessments are used.
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evaluation
Definition
interpretation/inferences/conclusions to explain why something happened; that is, the process of retrieving information and finding value in it. This process requires skill, knowledge, training and practice to analyze and interpret data. It may result in diagnosis and referrals in order to determine appropriate therapies, interventions and services for the child and family.
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developmental task
Definition
behaviors, skills that a child should be exhibiting at a certain age in each domain (PIES).
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developmental milestones
Definition
behaviors, skills that a child should be exhibiting at a certain age in each domain (PIES).
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developmental norms
Definition
behaviors, skills that a child should be exhibiting at a certain age in each domain (PIES).
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developmental delays
Definition
when a child does not exhibit characteristics and behaviors considered normal for children in specific age groups.
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developmental screening
Definition
are standardized instruments designed to identify and monitor normal development, possible developmental delays, or children with special needs. (DIAL 3)
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developmental assessment test
Definition
are standardized instruments designed to identify and monitor normal development, possible developmental delays, or children with special needs. (DIAL 3)
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screening
Definition
are standardized instruments designed to identify and monitor normal development, possible developmental delays, or children with special needs. (DIAL 3)
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diagnostic assessment
Definition
are standardized instruments designed to identify and monitor normal development, possible developmental delays, or children with special needs. (DIAL 3)
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school readiness
Definition
test designed to assess a child’s level of preparedness for an academic program.
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developmental scale
Definition
an assessment tool designed to record the presence or absence of specific traits or behaviors. Requires structuring, but is easy to use. Does not indicate how well a task was performed.
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developmental checklist
Definition
an assessment tool designed to record the presence or absence of specific traits or behaviors. Requires structuring, but is easy to use. Does not indicate how well a task was performed.
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frequency chart
Definition
an assessment tool that can be developed to gain information on specific aspects of children’s behavior. This tool can be tailored to record a child’s preferences for play or how long it takes for children to eat.
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participation chart
Definition
an assessment tool that can be developed to gain information on specific aspects of children’s behavior. This tool can be tailored to record a child’s preferences for play or how long it takes for children to eat
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rating scale
Definition
an assessment tool used to record the degree to which a quality or trait is present. This requires a judgment about behavior and only includes a fragment of action.
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running record
Definition
an assessment tool that is the simplest form of direct observation of a specific incident.
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narrative record
Definition
an assessment tool that is the simplest form of direct observation of a specific incident
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anecdotal record
Definition
an assessment tool that is the simplest form of direct observation of a specific incident
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portfolio
Definition
an assessment tool that is a collection of children’s work.
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Objective
Definition
observation must pass two tests: 1) describe only observable actions and 2) be non-evaluative.
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subjective
Definition
observation may include personal feelings or generalization about values, motives, feelings, and attitudes
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confidentiality
Definition
keeping information learned private and using discretion when speaking.
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