Operational definition
use the video provided to (1) identify targeted behavior(s), (2) develop
operational definition(s), (3) collect data using either a narrative ABC recording or an FAO
form, and (4) develop a 3-5 sentence summary of your data including a summary statement of
the behaviors’ function(s).
Note: The video is 20 min long and it will be necessary to watch the video more than once to
complete the assignment, so please allow time for this. Watch the recording once to first
identify the behavior(s) you will target and form operational definition(s). Then watch it
again to collect the data.
➢This assignment will be worth 2 points
➢ Clear, complete, and quality operational definition(s) and data collection (1 point)
➢ Well-written conceptually systematic 3-5 sentence summary regarding function that is
based on data collected and includes a summary statement (1 point)
➢Due on Tuesday at 11:59 pm ET
Use the following as a guide for formatting/submitting your assignment
Target behavior(s)
• Identify at least two (2) behaviors that you think are appropriate to assess.
• Label the behaviors and develop an operational definition of each using the criteria
discussed in the lectures.
Direct observation data
• Collect direct observation data for the entire video using one of the data collection
forms included in the resources section of the weekly shell. Note: If using the FAO,
be sure to prep the form by filling in targeted behaviors, predictors, etc identified in
the first review of the video if they are not already on the form. (Include the raw data
sheet as a separate attachment to your assignment)
• Review your data and identify any patterns. '''''