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.


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