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CATA Record Form

The Continuous Auditory Test of Attention (CATA) is designed to assess a student's attention over a 14-minute period in a distraction-free environment. Observations are recorded during practice and actual tests, focusing on the student's engagement, alertness, and any external factors affecting performance. After the test, feedback is gathered regarding the student's feelings, effort, and any potential influences on their performance, with results summarized in a statistical format.

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CATA Record Form

The Continuous Auditory Test of Attention (CATA) is designed to assess a student's attention over a 14-minute period in a distraction-free environment. Observations are recorded during practice and actual tests, focusing on the student's engagement, alertness, and any external factors affecting performance. After the test, feedback is gathered regarding the student's feelings, effort, and any potential influences on their performance, with results summarized in a statistical format.

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Continuous Auditory Test of Attention (CATA)

Record Form
Student: ________________________________________ C.A. ______ M.A. ______ Date: _____________

Directions: Ensure testing room is free of distractions. Before the practice test, ensure that the student doesn’t have to go to the
washroom and is not chewing any gum. Explain the instructions to the student, and not to worry if he/she makes a mistake. Have the
student repeat the instructions to assure comprehension. Then, tell the student that the test is 14 minutes long, not to ask any
questions, and just before the actual test, provide one last reminder: “Respond as fast and accurately as you can." If the student
asks questions during the test, say, “I can answer that question after you are finished. Please continue.” If the student gets
distracted away from the test, give one verbal prompt, such as, “Remember you have to try paying attention the whole time.”

Standard Practice Test (Time started: ________ AM / PM) Record observations below.

Actual Test (Time started: ________ AM / PM) Record observations below using two-min. intervals (e.g., activity level,
engagement to the task, eye blinking, yawning, reaction to errors, time queries, comments of boredom, etc.).

Times Observation Notes


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After the test is finished, avoid trying to make any “off the cuff” interpretations. Thank the student and reassure him or her
that the results will remain confidential and will be used toward positive and helpful ends. Ask how the student, “How did
you feel during the test?” (e.g., tired, bored). Also ask, “Did you try your best?” and “How much sleep did you get
last night?” Take note of how many times the student yawned during the test. Did he/she blink a lot during the test or
not? Did the student appear alert or tired? Did the student disengage from the task to any significant degree? Has the
student taken any drugs/medication that could affect the results?

A) Feelings / Effort:

B) Activity Level:

C) Amount of Sleep:

D) Yawns / Alertness:

E) Eye Blinks:

F) Engagement:

G) Drug/Medication Use:

SUMMARY OF STATISTICS

Valid Administration? Yes ____ No ____ Response Style: Conservative ____ Balanced ____ Liberal ____

Variable
Measure T-score Percentile Guideline Interpretation
Type
Detectability d’

Omissions

Error Commissions
Type
Perseverations

HRT
Reaction
HRT SD
Time
Statistics HRT Block
Change
Note: T-scores of 45-54 (Average) 55-59 (High Ave.), 60-69 (Elevated), 70+ (Very Elevated) HRT = opposite interpretation

Overall, the results suggest:

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