Observer Accuracy under Two Different Methods of Data Collection: The Effect of Behavior Frequency and Predictability.

Van Acker, Richard; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ451534

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1991

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Observer Accuracy under Two Different Methods of Data Collection: The Effect of Behavior Frequency and Predictability.

Van Acker, Richard; And Others

Journal of Special Education Technology, v11 n3 p155-66 Win 1991

Twelve trained observers were randomly assigned to one of two methods of data collection in scoring teacher-student interactions. Results indicated no overall difference in observer accuracy between momentary time sampling and continuous data collection when scoring behaviors that differed along the dimensions of frequency and predictability. (Author/JDD)

Descriptors: Classroom Communication, Classroom Observation Techniques, Data Collection, Interaction, Prediction, Reliability, Research Methodology, Sampling, Teacher Behavior, Teacher Student Relationship

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Audience: Researchers

Language: English

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