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Characteristics of Behavior Rating Scales

Implications for Practice in Assessment and Behavioral Support

John L. Hosp

University of Utah, john.hosp{at}ed.utah.edu

Kenneth W. Howell

Western Washington University

Michelle K. Hosp

University of Utah

This study examined the structure of items on commonly used behavior rating scales in order to determine their usefulness in planning and monitoring positive interventions. Fourteen forms from 9 published behavior rating scales commonly used in research and practice were selected. The items on each scale were categorized as addressing a positive action, a negative action, a lack of positive action, or a lack of negative action. Ten of the 14 scales were composed of a majority of negative action questions, which are not useful for assessing positive behaviors. Thirteen included lack-of-action questions, which indicates they do not address observable, measurable behaviors. Implications for the selection and use of behavior rating scales within the context of a proactive model of social intervention, as well as directions for future research, are discussed.

Journal of Positive Behavior Interventions, Vol. 5, No. 4, 201-208 (2003)
DOI: 10.1177/10983007030050040301
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