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Data Training . Heather Svihl February 21, 2012. Overview. Why to chart data? Ways to collect data What to do after you get the data What is the best graph to use Practice time . Why should I chart data?. Shows improvement or regression of skills or information
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Data Training Heather Svihl February 21, 2012
Overview • Why to chart data? • Ways to collect data • What to do after you get the data • What is the best graph to use • Practice time
Why should I chart data? • Shows improvement or regression of skills or information • Helps make decisions for the student’s IEP
Ways to Collect Data Behavior Academic Tests/Observations Work Samples Attendance Much More • Daily Charts • Tally/Point Sheets • Weekly Charts • Duration • Frequency • ABC Data • Much More
I have my data, now what do I do? • Analyze the data • What is the purpose of the data? • What am I trying to highlight? • How do I want it to look? • Graph and play with the data
What is the best graph to use? A line graph because it uses points and lines on a grid to show change over a period of time.
Now it is your turn to try • Use the data your brought • Analyze it • Chart it • Most important thing to remember is to relax and have fun playing with it. • If you need help, just let me know
If you need more help • Contact one of the following people • Deliz • Juli • Chris and his student teacher (Robert) • Heather .