The Meaningful Outcomes and Assessment Scale (MOTAS)
The Meaningful Outcomes Treatment and Assessment Scale (MOTAS) is a comprehensive skills assessment for use with individuals with autism from approximately age 5 years through the lifespan. The MOTAS, containing nearly 1,200 items across 20 domains, is used to evaluate an individual’s present skill levels and determine areas that may require teaching to further increase their independence and quality of life.
The term “meaningful outcomes” refers to the importance of personalizing and adapting interventions to meet the diverse and changing needs of individuals with autism and related disabilities, and their families. Progress can be monitored over time by utilizing scoring grids that track changes in skill levels across assessments.
The MOTAS Full Bundle
Buy all 3 essential parts of the MOTAS Assessment in one convenient bundle!
- The Levels of Optimum Performance (LOOP) Interviews
- The MOTAS (Meaningful Outcomes Treatment & Assessment Scale) Guide
- The MOTAS Scoring Booklet
What is the MOTAS?
The Meaningful Outcomes and Assessment Scale (MOTAS) is a groundbreaking tool designed to facilitate individualized, socially significant, measurable, and compassionate ABA treatment, with tools that foster collaboration with clients and caregivers, and a scoring system that reflects real-world skill mastery, generalization, and maintenance.
The MOTAS seeks to move beyond a single snapshot of the individual based on one score or one defining characteristic. Rather, it allows for progress that is compatible with the individual’s own history and intra-individual growth. The focus here is not on reaching milestones (which historically have been determined in relation to neurotypical populations), but on the individual’s own progress and performance as deemed most meaningful by them and their families (Georgiades & Kasari, 2018).
This assessment seeks to help providers be mindful that there are varying trajectories and outcomes for each across individuals, and that individual progress is what matters. Being able to identify personal growth—from who a person was, to who they are now, to who they are becoming – is the priority.
Comprehensive & Detailed
MOTAS offers a clear understanding of abilities with 1,200 measurable items across 20 key domains – including Communication, Self-Awarness, Social Behavior, Hygiene, Perspective Taking, Relationships, Academic Readiness, and Employment.
Personalized for Every Journey
MOTAS tailors interventions to the unique needs of individuals and their families. Instead of comparing to neurotypical milestones, it tracks growth meaningful to each person and their caregivers.
Flexible for Multiple Settings
MOTAS works across clinical, home, school, group home, and community settings. Its flexibility fosters collaboration among caregivers, families, and professionals to meet individual needs.
Tracking Progress that Matters
MOTAS measures growth by showing progress from where someone started to where they are now and want to be. This approach supports ongoing development and celebrates meaningful progress.
Why Choose MOTAS?
MOTAS redefines traditional autism assessment by prioritizing each individual’s unique growth path. Unlike one-size-fits-all tools, MOTAS focuses on meaningful outcomes that matter most to the individual and their families, fostering a truly personalized approach to progress and development.
1. Meaningful Outcomes at the Core
MOTAS moves beyond achieving neurotypical milestones and instead focuses on intraindividual growth – tracking personal achievements and progress over time. This ensures every success is significant, empowering individuals and celebrating their journeys.
2. The LOOP Interviews
MOTAS integrates the Levels of Optimum Performance (LOOP) interviews, a suite of tools designed to keep everyone involved in the individual’s care “in the loop.”
- LOOP gathers insights from parents, caregivers, and clinicians to shape effective, meaningful interventions.
- LOOP-C actively involves clients, allowing their voices and perspectives to guide their support plans.
- LOOP-P allows for contributions for additional professionals in collaboration for care.
- “Staying in the LOOP” ensures ongoing collaboration by checking progress against goals and adjusting for evolving needs.
3. Comprehensive Assessment Across 20 Domains
Spanning nearly 1,200 items, MOTAS evaluates critical areas such as Communication, Social Behavior, Employment, and more. These domains allow professionals to address practical life skills and create holistic plans that promote growth, independence, and quality of life.
4. Adaptability Across Settings
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5. Promoting Collaboration & Engagement
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The MOTAS Difference
With its comprehensive tools and compassionate design, MOTAS is not just an assessment tool but a pathway to meaningful progress. It ensures every individual’s growth is celebrated and supported, providing a brighter future shaped by empathy, understanding, and collaboration.