Writing the perfect IEP goals is literally the starting point for so many things that we do as special education teachers.
Write a bad one, and you’re gonna pay for it for the rest of the year.
And trust me, we’ve all written bad ones. Sometimes more than once. 🥴
Crappy Decoding Goal
Why I Dislike This IEP Goal:
- What kind of words will Amanda be reading?
- Improving decoding skills sounds great, but how will I know if there is an improvement?
- How many words will be read?
Improved Decoding Goal
Why I Prefer This IEP Goal:
- I love that I know Amanda is working on reading beginning blends and short vowels.
- Ten words can be read in a short period of time.