A time-sampling data collection method used to estimate the overall occurrence of behaviors of a group of individuals by measuring the number of intervals during which the behavior occurs at the end of the interval. 

5th Edition Task List

C-7  Design and implement sampling procedures (i.e., interval recording, time sampling).

6th Edition TCO

C.6 Design and apply discontinuous measurement procedures (e.g., interval recording, time sampling).

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