special education inservice august 25, 2010 gary pernu and jody labernik
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WHERE’S THE DATA?
Special Education Inservice
August 25, 2010
Gary Pernu and Jody Labernik
PURPOSE OF DATA To determine student progress To monitor effectiveness of teaching strategy To provide feedback to the student To demonstrate accountability for student
progress Creates open dialogue w/
students/parents/teachers/paraprofessional Promotes motivation of students Provides consistent method to measure
goals/objectives Removes power struggles Promotes professionalism
LEGAL/PROFESSIONAL/ETHICAL REASONS
Document progress on goals and objectives
Accountability in decisions regarding program change
Actual functional observation data rather than perception
DATA=ACCOUNTABILITY=IDEIA/NCLB
DATA OUTSIDE OF SCHOOL
Medical Financial Technology
Internet searchesFacebook/My Space (Social
Networks)Video/internet games
Mobile Phone Media Recreation
World is data driven!!
WHAT DO WE MEASURE IN SCHOOL?
Demographic informationRaceGenderEthnicityFinancial statusAddressFamily StatusAge/Grade
Academic Social Attendance
TYPES OF DATA IN EDUCATIONAL SETTING
Classroom/school observations Parent Report Teacher/parent/student interviews Grades/Report Card District assessments (i.e.NWEA, AIMS-web) State assessments (i.e. MCA, MTAS) Skills Tutor/Compass Attendance Disciplinary Notices Work Samples Charting frequency & duration of behavior/task
WHO COLLECTS DATA?
Teachers Paraprofessionals Administration Student Parents Special Education personnel (i.e. school
psychologist, related service) Other school staff
Lunch room ISS roomathletics
CHARTING FREQUENCY & DURATION OF BEHAVIOR/TASK
Define Behaviors
A target behavior is the behavior targeted for
observation, measurement, and/or modification.
TARGET BEHAVIORSEVERYBODY NEEDS TO BE ON THE
SAME PAGE!
Target behaviors are defined in terms of observable terms (ie: in seat, eyes on teacher, reading aloud, writing)
Must pinpoint behavior in order to collect data reliably across variety of school personnel/observers
The team needs to reach consensus on definition of behavior being measured
MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS/ CONSIDERATIONS
Considerations for charting method of gathering data
Frequency-How often does the behavior occur? Rate-How often does behavior occur within
specific time frame? Duration-How long is the behavior? Does it occur in a certain class? Does the behavior occur around certain
students? Is the behavior precipitated by other students?
ANTECEDENTS TO BEHAVIOR
A break in routine Loss of privilege Particular sound/sight/texture A reprimand A request Physical Contact Attention given to someone other than
child Difficulty w/ task Delivery of reinforcement Demands placed on child
WE COLLECT DATA ON IEP GOALS FOR…
Progress Reports-determine if IEP goals are appropriate (do they need to be changed?)
Graduation Extended School Year (ESY) Determine if related service evaluation is
appropriate Assistive technology Adult assistance needs Share student’s strengths and weaknesses
Remember to measure what is stated on IEP objectives
Keep in mind when writing goals/objectives
SIMPLE “HIGH TECH” DATA COLLECTION METHODS
Sped Forms data charting
SPED FORMS DATA CHARTING #2
SPED FORMS DATA CHARTING #3
GRAPHING BEHAVIORAL/ACADEMIC DATA
We graph behavioral/academic data in order to:
Allow for visual inspection of data to determine progress;
Use as a communication tool with students, parents and team members
SIMPLE “LOW TECH” DATA COLLECTION METHODS
Tally marks using masking tape, post-it notes, etc.
Clickers Stop watch Tokens(objects, beads, coins, etc.) Token transfers from one pocket to another Charts (sticker, thermometer) Graph paper to chart Tape recorder Video recorder Classroom assignments/work samples Communication Notebook
OTHER IDEAS?
IDEAS TO MEASURE PROGRESS FOR STUDENTS CONCURRENTLY
Collect data on a small number of students for one week.
Collect specific academic data (ie: reading/ math) for all students for one week.
Utilize paraprofessional & other school personnel
Have students assist w/data collection and recording of data
Use email to document progress from classroom teacher(s)
Communication Notebook
OTHER IDEAS?
DATA COLLECTION RESOURCES
Sped Forms NSEC website
Colleagues Internet
DATA IS YOUR FRIEND!