Without the overwhelm of not knowing where to start, the frustration with there not being enough time and always in the " I don't know what to do next" cycle
So I won't spiral into the never ending "what if's" because there is no reason to be a broken record and convince you that you need some help with data collection.
The truth is, you already KNOW that you need an easy and functional data collection system for your caseload without spending all your time on documentation because you wear many hats and you don't always want to be at school. You want simple yet effective strategies for data collection, right?
Even if you're lucky enough to have a perfectly designed classroom, you have the work accommodated for your entire caseload and all the lesson plans are done for the entire month (lucky you) ... data collection drives every aspect of your role as a special educator. So let's talk about benefits of data collection. It can:
But where in the heck do I even start the with setup and being consistent with it.
Perhaps in the most courageous moments you've made the commitment to start.
You've read the IEP's, searched the internet for forms, tried to set up systems and even talked to other teachers about their set-ups.
If you are super committed, maybe you've even downloaded data collection forms on familiar websites, and set up systems you hope to use during the year.
But even with the best intentions, most teachers end up reverting to ineffective systems they have been using or worse, not collecting any data at all.
Without a super clear step-by-step plan most teachers get lost in the stress of all the daily responsibility that comes with being a special education teacher.
They constantly battle between meeting student's needs, completing all the paperwork, meeting administrative demands and collaborating with staff and parents yet still strive to make time to collect data.
As an already busy special education teacher with a full caseload, services to fulfill, and maybe even other outside responsibilities, you literally can't afford to have the wrong things on your plate.
And the moment you get lost in your paperwork, it's almost impossible to recover.
Therefore collecting data is something you need to master.
Which means...
Even if you are late to the party, there is still a golden opportunity for you to jump in, clean up the mess, and create a system for your data collection to give you back precious time, and streamline a less-stressful yet effective process.
That is... if you can avoid the same data collection frustrations other special education teachers experience.
Our time is valuable and so is professional development. Data collection is imperative to special education teachers. By setting up an effective system, the time you spend collecting data will be efficient and easier.
Data can be hard to get started especially when there are a variety of IEP goals that need to be collected on and an ocean of forms that you "could" use yet none of them fit perfectly. When data forms are explained and categorized, you'll be able to setup and implement the process in a quick and efficient way.
As special education teachers, you wear many different hats and most days there isn't enough minutes in the day to get everything done. Sure, there is no magic wand, but with some hard work and a detailed blueprint, incorporating this into your schedule will make sense and more be simplified- only keeping the things you need to be successful.
Even though data collection can be overwhelming and frustrating. It can be simple.
All teachers can collect data however many struggle with a streamlined process that is effective and simple.
A few teacher's find their stride with data collection on what feels like day two of their teaching career while most others never know how to use it.
And the main reason for this, as you've likely seen by now, is that while the data collection barriers to entry are relatively low...
the barriers towards EFFECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION are fairly high.
But as long as you can avoid the biggest issues that sink most special education teachers, the path is paved for you to create your own effective data collection system.
One that allows you to achieve a new level productively and organization for your caseload's paperwork.
The key ingredient to all this is having a data collection system.
And with your permission, that's what I would LOVE to show you how to create.
Introducing
I have taken everything I have learned from being a special education teacher for the last 10 years, journal articles about data collection that have been published, key-note speaker at training and conference, and an Educational Specialist degree focus on special education and channeled it into a comprehensive step-by-step implementation program that not only teaches you about data collection but the actual implementation of a complete data collection process.
EXCEPTIONAL DATA SIMPLIFIED ISN'T SO MUCH A TRAINING PROGRAM AS IT IS AN IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM.
Yes, you'll learn the strategies behind everything you do, but more importantly, you'll have a step-by-step guide that leaves nothing out and takes nothing for granted as you implement it.
The end result: a stellar data collection process for your entire caseload that takes less time yet produces stellar data to drive instructional decisions.
Imagine yourself 6 weeks removed from a series of modules and guidance that allowed you to write progress reports with ease, drive educational decisions in meetings and have a system in place that is actually moving the needle.
This is the most productive season you’ve ever had in your educational journey so far, and you’re ECSTATIC! But more importantly, you’re confident that you’ve finally tapped into a data collection system that works!
Your frustration has officially been replaced with motivation and it feels soooo good! You know without a doubt that you’ve got the strategies and support you need to succeed.
No filler, no fluff here. Just the necessary modules laid out for success.
The data collection process is broken down into bite-sized pieces to make you a confident data collector.
Since Exceptional Data Simplified is an implementation program, you WILL be getting your hands dirty with your own data. We will go step-by-step to make sure you build your data system with confidence.
Knowing the data you need for your caseload. You will start off by learning about rapport, what prompts look like and how to break down the goals into manageable pieces so you can take better data.
Module Highlights:
Throughout this module you will learn about each of these topics but diving deep into the foundation of data collection.
In order to do better, we have to know better. In this module, we dive deep into six types of data systems in order to make data easier to collect for you caseload- no matter the setting you are teaching in. This module breaks down ways to collect academic, social and behavior goals so you can get specific data for these goals.
Module Highlights:
Know how to appropriately use forms to collect data for progress monitoring and IEP goals. These lessons break down the types of data systems along with an overview of data forms focusing on how to use them. You will leave this module with action steps to set up a data-system that will work for your classroom set-up
In this tech-driven society, it is important that you stay update with digital offerings that teach us simple digital steps to streamline the data collection process. This module is a deep dive into setting up and collecting data digitally.
Module Highlights:
Whether if you solely want to collect data digitally or want to learn a few new tricks to implement this year, this module will have something for you.
By this point, you will have learned about the data systems and forms, but in this module you will learn about prioritizing the time, graphing your findings and pivoting when things aren't working. Special education teachers make important decisions all day, but reflecting on the progress the student is making will make lesson planning, writing goals, and fading prompts even easier.
Module Highlights:
In this module, we are learning about progress monitoring, facing data collection frustrations, and using graphs to drive future instructional practices.
By now, you have your data systems selected, the data is being collected, and you're reflecting on the information. Now it's time to move into using the data to drive the next round of goals in an IEP Meeting. This final module equips you to be strategic and confident in IEP meetings when justifying the progress made and focuses on writing measureable goals.
Module Highlights:
In this module, you will have the data direct you. You will also discover ways to hold smooth IEP meetings that are data-driven.
In the 14 days from when you purchase the course, dive into the materials and give it your best shot.
Dig into the bonus resources. Seek feedback from your peers in the Facebook community.
Ask questions as they come up. Be open to the experience. Invest your time in the course as you have invested your money.
If in 14 days you have truly made your best effort in getting the most out of Exceptional Data Simplified and find that you are not getting benefit from this course, contact me for a refund.
However, you must be willing to put in the work required to see results.
Be prepared to show proof of your work fully completed in the first module's workbook.
Exceptional Data Simplified - $297 Value
Total Value: $744
When you add it all up, that’s a value of $744
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What people asked before signing up for Exceptional Data Simplified?
The course is formatted with special education teachers in minds. No matter if you are a self-contained teacher, an inclusion/co-teacher, or a resource teacher, this blueprint will give you the tools you need to streamline your data.
I know your time is very valuable and there is never enough of it. However, by taking the time to set up this data collection system and streamline the methods in which you collect data, you will be surprised how simplifying the process allows you to have more time during the day.
Throughout the five module course, you will learn about strategies to enhance or even change your current methods in order to be the most productive and effective with your time.
The short answer to this question is YES! It doesn't matter which curriculum the goals are written too these steps can be used to enhance and streamline the data collection process.
Yes, you will receive a 10-hour certificate that you can print out once you have completed all of the video lessons.
It, will however, will be up to your school's district with how they will accept the certificate and what it can be used for. It would also look great on a resume.
I get it! You’re a busy special education teacher-with a growing to-do list!
The good news is that once you purchase the course, you will have access to the lessons forever! You slowly watch a few now and then watch the rest when you have more time. You can even rewatch the videos that most resonate with you. And anytime the course if updated, you will get access to those updates.
Once you have signed up, you will receive an email with your login information to get started
Total Value: $744
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