Using Two Teachers Well
One Teach, One Observe for Focal Student Data
One teacher teaches while the other collects a small, planned piece of data.
Resources
7 resources for this topic, drawn from 5 organizations. Everything opens free, and the ones from other organizations open on their own sites.
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Classroom Attention Observation Form
Glance at one student every 15 seconds and mark on task or not. Gives a percent of time engaged.
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Behavior Assessment: Frequency and Interval Recording
Practice two recording methods with a video and ready-made forms.
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Scatterplot Recording
Mark when a behavior happens across periods or activities to find patterns by time and setting.
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Data Collection
Choose among nine methods, such as event recording, momentary time sampling, and A-B-C recording.
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Direct Observation: Momentary Time Sampling
Learn a method built for busy classrooms: check a student only at the moment a timer signals.
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Direct Behavior Rating Forms and Guides
Download quick rating forms and directions for rating a behavior right after a class period.
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How To: Structure Classroom Data Collection for Individual Students
Follow seven steps: define the problem, pick a method, take a baseline, set a goal, and review.
These resources are shared for professional learning and planning. They are meant to inform your professional judgment, not replace it. Each student's IEP and your district, state and federal requirements always come first. Listing a resource here is not an endorsement by Layered Education. This is educational information only, not legal advice.
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