Purpose
Scatter plot analysis helps identify patterns in when behaviors occur throughout the day. By marking behavior occurrences on a time-activity grid, educators can identify high-risk times and settings for intervention planning.
When to Use This Template
- To identify when behaviors occur most frequently
- During FBA data collection phase
- When looking for environmental patterns
- To identify high-risk times or activities
- For scheduling-based intervention planning
Template Components
This template includes the following fields and sections:
- Time periods (by hour or activity)
- Days of the week
- Color coding system (none, some, high occurrence)
- Activity/class schedule overlay
- Pattern summary section
- Hypothesis generation prompts
Best Practices
1
Collect data for at least 2 weeks
2
Mark occurrence level consistently
3
Note schedule changes or atypical days
4
Look for patterns by time, day, and activity
5
Use patterns to inform hypothesis development
Learn More About Using This Template
Our comprehensive guide explains how to use this template effectively as part of your FBA or BIP process.
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