Intensity recording involves the measurement of the intensity (or magnitude) of each behavior during an observation. Intensity might be recorded by the behavior’s force, loudness, or other relevant characteristic.

What is intensity data collection?

3) We can collect data on the ​severity. ​ of a behavior, or its ​intensity​. Intensity data is important when we are gauging our priority level for a particular skill or behavior. Intensity data is generally thought of to be a gauge for the magnitude of a challenging behavior or priority for targeting a skill.

What is latency recording?

Latency recording measures the amount of time that lapses between an antecedent (e.g., teacher’s directive) and when the student begins to perform a specified behavior. This type of data collection is appropriate for behaviors that follow a command or directive, or a distinct stimulus.