What aspect of behavior does event recording particularly focus on?

Event recording is a data collection method that specifically tracks the frequency of discrete behaviors as they occur within a specified time frame. This technique is most effective for behaviors that are easily identifiable and occur in a clear, countable manner. For example, if a teacher wants to document how many times a student raises their hand during a class, event recording allows them to count each instance of that behavior.

The emphasis on frequency is crucial because it provides a straightforward quantifiable measure of how often a behavior occurs. By collecting this frequency data, educators and psychologists can determine trends over time, assess the effectiveness of interventions, and identify the need for further support or modifications. Other aspects such as intensity, duration, or complexity are not the primary focus of event recording; those may require different data collection methodologies or assessment tools.