Description
Flag a recorded developmental observation without a recorded coder.
Developmental research records separate actual observations, coder presence, task versions, response states, caregiver reports and exposure counts. Calendar age differs from developmental status, while a symbol match or parent-teacher rating gap is only a recorded comparison. Pseudonyms and supplied source labels do not themselves protect identity or validate evidence.
Flag a recorded developmental observation without a recorded coder.
When to use this tool
Use Developmental Observation Coder Presence Flag when you already have observationRecorded, coderPresent and need to flag a recorded developmental observation without a recorded coder.
How to use the tool and how it works
- Enter observationRecorded, coderPresent. Use the units and conventions below.
- Run the tool. Correct any format, range, or cross-field input error before interpreting the output.
- Read uncodedObservation. Inspect uncodedObservation before interpreting the associated values.
Return observationRecorded && !coderPresent.1
| Input field | Meaning and units | Accepted input |
|---|---|---|
| observationRecorded | Observation Recorded | Required. Boolean. |
| coderPresent | Coder Present | Required. Boolean. |
| Output field | Interpretation | Returned shape |
|---|---|---|
| uncodedObservation | Uncoded Observation | Required. Boolean. |
{
"input": {
"observationRecorded": true,
"coderPresent": false
},
"output": {
"uncodedObservation": true
}
}Limitations and assumptions
- The flags are supplied assertions, not verification of observation, coder identity, coding completeness or an appropriate research method.
- Inputs must satisfy both the field types and the cross-field conditions above. Invalid input causes an error; a successful false flag or documented placeholder is a different result.
Alternative or Complementary methods
Use the complete study or assessment method, observation records and context for developmental interpretation. Review task adaptations, reporter perspectives and data protection together; local counts, time gaps and status labels do not establish ability, diagnosis or suitable support.
References
Similar or alternative tools
- Developmental Item Nonresponse Code
Distinguish unpresented, recorded-response, declined and no-response item states.
- Developmental Assessment Adaptation Flag
Compare assessment-version strings and a supplied adaptation-disclosure flag.