What type of data is NOT part of a standard FBA?

The standard Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) primarily focuses on identifying and understanding the factors that contribute to a student's challenging behaviors within a school setting. This process includes direct observation of the student's behavior, collection of data on behavior patterns, and the assessment of those behaviors in relation to specific environmental contexts. Observational data is essential as it provides real-time insights into the student's actions and interactions, while behavior patterns help identify triggers and maintainers of the behavior. Additionally, creating an intervention plan is part of the FBA process, where outcomes are evaluated to determine the effectiveness of strategies implemented.

In contrast, performance on standardized tests is generally not included in the FBA process as it primarily measures academic achievement and cognitive abilities rather than behavioral assessments. Standardized tests do not provide the specific information necessary to analyze behavioral functions or patterns influencing a student's actions in a given context, thereby making this data type irrelevant to the aims of an FBA.