Multiple Choice
An overcrowded,financially strapped school system is required to use behavioral observation for students with disabilities.In order to save time and reduce costs,the teachers of students are asked to prepare a report describing the problem behaviors of each student.These reports are provided to the raters prior to the students being observed.What can be said about this procedure?
A) It is an excellent idea since it will make it easier for observers to identify problem behaviors.
B) It will allow the school system to eliminate training for the behavioral observers.
C) It is improper and may create bias due to expectancies.
D) It should not be done because it requires that teachers,who may not be trained in behavioral observation,make critical decisions.
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