ABC DATA

Welcome to the Help Page. Here, you’ll find comprehensive guides and step-by-step instructions designed to assist you in effectively using the ABC Data collection app. Whether you’re creating new observations, managing existing ones, or leveraging our AI notes generator, this resource is here to support you in maximizing the application’s potential for your educational needs. Explore the topics below to get started:

Please feel free to reach out via email if you require additional assistance. support@abcdata.education

Create an new ABC Data observation

Click the “New observation” button to start.

On the Pre-Start information screen, enter a few key details.
1. Observation ID: this field is pre-filed with a unique ID and cannot be modified.
2. Student name: the name of the person being observed.
3. Observer name: the name of the person capturing the observation.
4. Date: defaults to today’s date but can be changed if required.
Click “Save” to continue to the next page

Capturing ABC Data Observations

This page is where the ABC Data Collection is captured.

To begin an observation, start by pressing a behavior button. When you select a behavior, the following will happen:

• The button will turn red to indicate that the behavior is active.
• A new row will be created in the table at the bottom of the page.
• A timestamp will be added to the table.

Note: You can select multiple behaviors at a time if you are observing more than one behavior simultaneously.

Once a behavior is active, the timer will be running for that behavior. You can now fill in the associated antecedents and consequences in the row within the table. When the behavior ends, press the associated red behavior button again to stop the timer. You can continue adding antecedents and consequences after the behavior has stopped, if necessary.

Additionally, you can add overall session notes at the bottom of the page.

As part of the ABC Data collection, you can enter your own Antecedents and Consequences manually. Or, you can choose from the pre-loaded lists that will appear when you begin typing:

Antecedents

• Requesting attention
• Transition difficulties
• Transition Demand
• Asked to do task
• Alone/No Attention
• Given instructions
• Redirected to task
• Change in routine
• Given new activity
• Peer interaction
• Academic demand
• Non-Academic Demand
• Preferred item removed
• Waiting a turn
• Waiting for instructions
• Limited choices
• Denied preferred activity
• Unstructured time
• Physical prompt given
• Peer disagreement
• Loud environment
• Unexpected change
• Teacher proximity
• Verbal warning given
• Social group activity
• Social Interaction
• Difficult task
• Long duration task
• Change of location
• Instructed to clean up
• Conflict with peer
• Received praise
• Observed others praised
• Received criticism
• Personal space invaded
• Staff change
• Unfamiliar adult present
• Physical discomfort
• Morning transition
• Afternoon transition
• Classroom instruction
• Small group activity
• Playground setting
• Library setting
• Gym class
• Art class
• Free play time
• Recess
• Snack time
• Lunch time
• Assembly
• Field trip preparation
• Fire drill
• Changed seating
• New peer introduced
• Parent present in class

Consequences

• Brain break
• Verbal redirection
• Visual Redirection
• Moved seat
• Lost privilege
• Positive reinforcement
• Ignored behavior
• Verbal reprimand
• Given preferred item
• Timeout
• Physical assistance
• Task modified
• Peer given space
• Alternative activity
• Reinforcement delay
• Asked to reflect
• Peer-mediated support
• Apology required
• Additional adult support
• Moved to quiet area
• Calming strategies used
• Decreased demands
• Earned sticker
• Reward earned
• Behavior documented
• Behavior re-directed
• Extra supervision
• Extra instruction provided
• Removed from activity
• Privileged time removed
• Positive feedback
• Given choice
• Behavior discussion
• Peer modeling used
• Reminder
• Loss of reward
• Calm-down time offered
• Non-verbal prompt
• Taught coping skills
• Assigned buddy
• Used breathing exercises
• Given sensory item
• Allowed to stand
• Checked understanding
• Given positive label
• Roleplay scenario
• Peer apology
• Behavioral contract
• Earned computer time
• Story read
• Assigned responsibility
• Given a social story
• Given timer for task completion
• Loss of yard time
• Leadership Intervention
• Adult Attention

View or modify previously created ABC Data observations

Tap on the blue link (name) to open up the previous observation.

On this page you can edit the field in required to modify and information. All the fields within the table are editable – just tap the text to open the text editor.

Export and share ABC Data observations

Learn how to effortlessly export and share your meticulously compiled observations with others in a professionally formatted PDF, ensuring your insights and findings are communicated clearly and effectively.

Click on the Save to pdf button to export the data into PDF format.

From there you can share the PDF via email, message, or other apps you have installed on the device. You can also copy the PDF and paste it into another application on your device i.e. email.

Using the AI Notes Generator

Our AI Notes Generator leverages all the ABC data you’ve entered to create structured, insightful summaries that streamline documentation and enhance the quality of your behavior assessments. This tool is designed to save you time and provide a comprehensive overview, ensuring your observations are clear and actionable.

How it Works: The AI will analyze the ABC data you’ve recorded along with any additional input, such as details on the “most challenging behavior observed” and “how it impacted the classroom environment.” By combining these insights, the AI generates a response that captures behavior patterns and contextualizes them in a summary that’s ready for reporting or further analysis.

To Try It Out: Press the expand button to open the additional input fields. Once complete, the AI will automatically generate a comprehensive response informed by the behaviors and context you’ve provided. The output is automatically appended to the bottom of the session notes.

Note: This section requires an internet connection for the AI to process and generate notes.