DBIP (Digital Behavior Intervention Plan)

Overview

The Digital Behavior Intervention Plan (DBIP) system transforms traditional paper-based BIPs into a comprehensive digital tracking and monitoring platform. DBIP enables real-time data collection, fidelity monitoring, and progress tracking—all integrated with your existing behavior data.

Why Use DBIP?

Setting Up a DBIP

Before you can track intervention data, you need to create a digital version of the student's Behavior Intervention Plan. This includes defining the interventions, expected procedures, and data collection methods.

Creating a New DBIP

1. 1

   Navigate to DBIP

   Go to DBIP from the main navigation menu.
2. 2

   Click Create New

   Click the Create DBIP button.
3. 3

   Select Student

   Choose the student this DBIP is for. They must already have defined target behaviors.
4. 4

   Link to BIP Document (Optional)

   If you have an existing BIP document, you can link or upload it for reference.
5. 5

   Define Interventions

   Add each intervention from the BIP:

   • Intervention name (e.g., “First-Then Board”)
   • Intervention type (antecedent, teaching, consequence)
   • Implementation steps
   • Expected frequency/schedule
6. 6

   Configure Data Collection

   Set up what data to collect during sessions:

   • Behavior occurrences
   • Intervention delivery (yes/no/partial)
   • Student response
   • Duration and intensity
7. 7

   Create Fidelity Checklist

   Define the steps that must be followed for high-fidelity implementation.
8. 8

   Activate DBIP

   Review and activate the DBIP to begin tracking.

Intervention Types

Data Collection

DBIP supports multiple data collection methods to capture comprehensive information about intervention implementation and student response.

Data Types

Quick Data Entry

The DBIP interface is designed for fast data entry during busy classroom moments:

Running Sessions

A “session” in DBIP represents a defined period where interventions are being implemented—such as a class period, therapy session, or structured activity.

Starting a Session

1. 1

   Open DBIP Dashboard

   Navigate to DBIP and select the student.
2. 2

   Click Start Session

   Click the Start Session button.
3. 3

   Select Session Type

   Choose the type of session:

   • Classroom instruction
   • Structured activity
   • Free time / Unstructured
   • Transition
   • 1:1 intervention
   • Custom
4. 4

   Confirm Interventions

   Review which interventions should be tracked for this session.
5. 5

   Begin Session

   The timer starts and the session interface opens.

During the Session

Ending a Session

1. 1

   Click End Session

   When the intervention period is complete, tap End Session.
2. 2

   Complete Summary

   Fill in any remaining data fields and overall session notes.
3. 3

   Rate Fidelity

   If not auto-calculated, indicate overall implementation fidelity.
4. 4

   Submit

   Data is saved and synced to the cloud.

Fidelity Monitoring

Fidelity refers to how accurately an intervention is implemented as designed. High fidelity is essential—interventions that aren't implemented correctly can't be evaluated fairly. DBIP automatically tracks and reports implementation fidelity.

How Fidelity is Calculated

Fidelity Thresholds

Creating Fidelity Checklists

Each intervention can have a fidelity checklist defining the critical components:

Fidelity Reports

Coaching & Feedback

The DBIP coaching features help BCBAs and supervisors support intervention implementers with targeted feedback, performance tracking, and skill development.

Coaching Features

Providing Feedback

1. 1

   Review Session Data

   Open a completed session from the DBIP dashboard.
2. 2

   Click Add Feedback

   Select Add Coaching Feedback.
3. 3

   Rate Performance

   Provide an overall rating and ratings for specific skills.
4. 4

   Add Comments

   Write specific feedback on what went well and areas for improvement.
5. 5

   Set Action Items

   Optionally add action items for the implementer to address.
6. 6

   Submit

   The implementer receives a notification with your feedback.

Analytics & Progress

DBIP analytics help you determine whether interventions are working by comparing behavior data against implementation data.

Key Analytics

Progress Monitoring

DBIP includes tools for monitoring progress toward BIP goals:

Decision Rules

Configure decision rules to get alerts when intervention adjustments may be needed:

Exporting DBIP Data

Export DBIP data for IEP meetings, progress reports, or external analysis.

Export Options

Generating Reports

1. 1

   Open DBIP Analytics

   Navigate to the student's DBIP and click Analytics.
2. 2

   Click Export

   Select the Export button.
3. 3

   Choose Report Type

   Select the format and content you need.
4. 4

   Set Date Range

   Choose the time period to include.
5. 5

   Generate & Download

   Click Generate and download when ready.