In the context of Individualized Education Program (IEP) charting, “one point OOC” signifies a single instance of “out of contact” behavior. This notation is employed when tracking specific actions or occurrences that deviate from the expected or desired behavior, as defined within the student’s IEP goals. For example, if an IEP goal focuses on maintaining attention during a 15-minute activity and the student disengages once, this would be recorded as one point OOC.
Accurate and consistent recording of these instances provides educators and support staff with valuable data. This data facilitates the analysis of behavioral patterns, the effectiveness of implemented interventions, and the student’s overall progress toward their IEP objectives. Historically, meticulous charting practices like this are essential components of data-driven decision-making in special education, contributing to more effective and personalized interventions.