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Progress Monitoring Tools Resource List
Books
“Progress Monitoring and Data-Based Decision-Making in Inclusive Schools” by Matt Burns and Tilly (2018)
Focuses on methods for monitoring student progress in inclusive settings.
Discusses tools and techniques for effective data-based decision-making.
“RTI Applications: Volume 1: Academic and Behavioral Interventions” edited by T. Chris Riley-Tillman (2013)
Provides practical guidance on implementing RTI (Response to Intervention) strategies.
Includes chapters on progress monitoring for academic and behavioral interventions.
“The RTI Guide: Developing and Implementing a Model in Your Schools” by John E. McCook (2006)
Offers a comprehensive guide to RTI and its components, including progress monitoring.
It contains templates and examples to aid in the development of RTI models.
Websites
National Center on Intensive Intervention (NCII)
National Center on Intensive Intervention Links to an external site.
Provides resources, tools, and guides on progress monitoring and data collection.
Intervention Central
Intervention Central: Response to Intervention | RTI | RTI Links to an external site.
Offers free tools and resources for RTI, including progress monitoring tools and intervention strategies.
RTI Action Network
RTI Action Network – A Program of the National Center Links to an external site.
A comprehensive resource for information on RTI implementation, progress monitoring, and best practices.
Journal Articles
“Progress Monitoring Within a Response-to-Intervention Model” by Doug Fuchs and Lynn S. Fuchs, Theory Into Practice, 2006
Discusses the role of progress monitoring within RTI and provides evidence-based practices.
“Curriculum-Based Measurement of Oral Reading: An Indicator of Growth in Fluency” by Stanley Deno, Reading & Writing Quarterly, 2003
Explores the use of curriculum-based measurement as a tool for monitoring reading progress.
“Using Curriculum-Based Measurement to Establish Growth Standards for Students with Learning Disabilities” by Mark R. Shinn, Journal of Special Education, 1998
Examines the application of curriculum-based measurement for setting growth standards in special education.
Additional Resources
EasyCBM
Offers assessments and progress monitoring tools for reading and mathematics.
easyCBM Links to an external site.
DIBELS (Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills)
Provides a set of procedures and measures for assessing the acquisition of early literacy skills.
Official DIBELS Home Page | DIBELS Links to an external site.
Explanation of How These Resources Meet Student Needs
Progress monitoring tools and resources are essential for special education teachers to ensure that student needs are met effectively. Here’s how these tools and resources help:
Individualized Instruction: Progress monitoring allows teachers to track each student’s progress and tailor instruction to meet their needs. Books like “Progress Monitoring and Data-Based Decision-Making in Inclusive Schools” provide strategies for implementing personalized instruction based on data.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Using data from progress monitoring tools, teachers can make informed decisions about instructional strategies and interventions. Websites like the National Center on Intensive Intervention (NCII) offer tools and guides that support data-driven practices.
Early Identification and Intervention: Resources like DIBELS help in the early identification of learning difficulties, allowing for timely interventions. This proactive approach can prevent minor issues from becoming major obstacles.
Goal Setting and Measurement: Progress monitoring tools such as those discussed in the journal articles provide a way to set measurable goals and track student growth. This is crucial for maintaining high expectations and ensuring that students with special needs are progressing appropriately.
Consistency and Accountability: Tools like EasyCBM provide consistent methods for assessing student progress, ensuring accountability in the educational process. This consistency helps in maintaining a reliable record of student performance over time.
Professional Development: Books and articles on progress monitoring also serve as professional development resources, helping teachers stay informed about the latest research and best practices in special education.
Overall, these resources equip special education teachers with the knowledge and tools necessary to monitor student progress effectively, adapt instruction to meet individual needs, and ultimately improve educational outcomes for students with disabilities.