Lesson Plan
Baseline Assessment Script
Equip teachers to conduct a structured 40-minute baseline assessment, capturing objective data on a target behavior and student self-reports to inform individualized supports.
Establishing a clear behavioral baseline is critical for setting realistic goals, tracking progress accurately, and tailoring Tier 3 interventions to each 9th-grade student’s needs.
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Prep
Review Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Rapport Building
5 minutes
Step 2
Structured Interview
10 minutes
Step 3
Direct Observation & Data Logging
20 minutes
Step 4
Self-Monitoring Introduction
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Baseline Data Collection Tutorial
Why Objective Data Matters
The ABCs of Behavior Recording
Setting Up Your Observation
Using the Baseline Recording Template
Best Practices for Accuracy
Common Pitfalls & Solutions
Practice Scenario
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