Progress Monitoring
Suggested Resources
Why Do We Track Our Progress Anyway
Tier 1
4th Grade Class
45 mins
This resource introduces students to the concept of progress monitoring, explaining its purpose in a way that empowers them to understand their own learning journey. It's important because it demystifies the process and helps students feel ownership over their goals.
Data Detectives
Tier 2
6th Grade Group
60 mins
This resource guides small groups of students through interpreting simple progress monitoring graphs and charts. It's crucial for developing early data literacy skills and helping students understand how their efforts translate into measurable growth.
My Personal Growth Tracker
Tier 3
8th Grade Student
30 mins
This resource provides an individualized system for a student to track their own progress on a specific academic or behavioral goal. It's vital for fostering self-regulation and intrinsic motivation, allowing the student to see their own daily achievements.
How Do We Measure Small Steps to Big Goals
Tier 1
7th Grade Class
50 mins
This resource explores various methods of collecting progress monitoring data in a classroom setting, making the process transparent and collaborative. It's important for teachers and students to understand the 'how' behind tracking growth across different subjects.
Intervention Impact
Tier 2
5th Grade Group
75 mins
This resource focuses on how progress monitoring data informs instructional adjustments and intervention effectiveness for small groups. It's critical for ensuring that interventions are responsive and lead to meaningful student growth.
The IEP Connection
Tier 3
10th Grade Student
40 mins
This resource clarifies the direct link between progress monitoring data and Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals for a student. It helps the student understand how their efforts contribute to their IEP and future planning.
Can We Predict Future Success with Data
Tier 1
9th Grade Class
55 mins
This resource introduces students to the idea of using trend lines in progress monitoring data to forecast growth and set ambitious but achievable goals. It empowers students to see data as a tool for future planning, not just past performance.
Behavioral Insights
Tier 2
2nd Grade Group
40 mins
This resource focuses on progress monitoring for social-emotional and behavioral goals, helping small groups understand how to track and improve their classroom conduct or social skills. It provides practical strategies for self-monitoring and positive change.
Parent-Teacher Progress Partnership
Tier 3
11th Grade Student
35 mins
This resource is designed to help a student prepare to share their progress monitoring data with parents/guardians, fostering communication and collaboration. It builds confidence in articulating their learning journey and advocating for themselves.
What Happens When We Don't See Progress
Tier 1
8th Grade Class
60 mins
This resource addresses the natural challenges of progress monitoring, focusing on problem-solving when data shows stagnation or decline. It teaches resilience and the importance of adapting strategies when initial efforts don't yield expected results.
Goal Setting Gurus
Tier 2
3rd Grade Group
45 mins
This resource guides small groups in setting SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals based on their current progress monitoring data. It's essential for teaching effective goal-setting strategies that are directly tied to measurable outcomes.
Mastering My Milestones
Tier 3
12th Grade Student
90 mins
This resource provides a comprehensive project guide for an individual student to create a personalized portfolio showcasing their progress monitoring journey and achievements. It celebrates personal growth and provides a tangible record of success.