Overview

Procedures for Completing the FHI

  1. Observe the student in each of the three chosen environmental settings throughout the day.
    1. Pay close attention to how the student responds to stimuli and observe the student's biobehavioral state, especially if they are severely, multiply impaired.
    1. Make the observations in context. For example, pay attention to the noise level in:
      • the classroom during activity time;
      • the classroom during rest time or a quiet time activity;
      • the cafeteria during their lunchtime;
      • the speech therapy room during a one-to-one session, if they receive such services;
      • the gym during Physical Eduation or Adapted Physical Education;
      • the playground during recess.
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