Data sheets of this sort can be helpful because there are fewer steps to show the data in both a trial-by-trial and visual format. See sample data sheets that accompany this document. Table 1 provides a list of materials that should be considered when setting up a data collection system
Table 1. Suggested Materials to Include in the Data Collection System
Trial by trial data sheets which contain: a place for documenting prompt level (Please see Prompting Brief) key for abbreviations criteria for mastery places to record the dates when trials are introduced and mastered
Graphing sheets
Data sheets which are both trial-by-trial and graphing in one (i.e., self graphing)
Data sheets for recording interfering behaviors
Other necessary data sheets (toileting, food intake, etc.)
Summary sheet for each session
Space designated for parent, therapist, and school communication