The Task Analysis Style data collection method is designed for goals that require tracking progress step by step. Here’s how users interact with this method:

Entering the Task Analysis Session

1. Click “Track Data”: Begin by selecting the Track Data option from the Student Goal Dashboard or Calendar.

2. Data Collection Interface: Once inside, you’ll see the tools available for tracking data.

Task Analysis Goal Interface:

The interface includes all the standard features found in Accuracy Style sessions but uses a step-by-step process defined during the goal import process.

Features of the Task Analysis Data Collection Interface

1. Step-by-Step Tracking

The task analysis data sheet is displayed with each predefined step outlined.

For each step, you can:

Select Correct or Incorrect.

• Choose the Prompting Method used for the step.

• Skip Steps that are not relevant for the current session.

2. Instructions Tab

• View session-specific instructions sourced from the scheduling feature within the Student Goal Dashboard.

• These ensure the team is aligned on strategies and expectations for the session.

3. Event Date

Record the session for the current day or enter a retroactive date if needed.

4. Session Notes

Add detailed notes to document observations, challenges, or successes during the session.

5. Timer

Use the timer feature, which is especially helpful for tracking time spent on task analysis sessions.

6. Photo Feature

Take and attach photos of student work or assets to provide visual documentation.

Creating and Linking Task Analysis Data Sheets

Predefined Steps:

• Steps are outlined in the task analysis data sheet, which is either:

  • Linked during the goal import process, or

  • Created directly within the goal import interface or the Data Sheet Library.

• Flexibility:

  • New data sheets can always be created or linked as needed for different goals.

Completing the Session

1. Review the Summary

• After completing the session, click Next to review the Goal Session Summary.

• Verify all data, notes, and observations.

2. Save the Data

Once satisfied, press Save to log the session into the student’s Goal Report.

Why Use Task Analysis Style?

This method is perfect for tracking progress on complex, multi-step goals. By providing tools for granular tracking, flexibility in skipping steps, and robust documentation, it ensures detailed and actionable data collection.