Special Education Data Collection and Analysis Meets the 21st Century
My Why
I’m a 20+ year veteran special educator who, four years ago, embarked on a journey to improve data collection in my classroom by leveraging freely available resources to bring my antiquated, paper based-systems into the 21st century. After several iterations, the resulting platforms evolved into highly visual, powerful data collection, analysis, and reporting tools that have not only elevated my practice, but have also led to improved student outcomes.
Before proceeding, you will need:
Access to Google Sheets
If you’re a special educator, make sure that your district has a security agreement with Google before using.
An ability to think outside the box…this is where we special educators THRIVE.
A willingness to try new things.
I share these resources freely with anyone involved in any aspect of working with people with disabilities. Whether you’re a special educator, OT, SLP, APE teacher, school psych, parent or other support provider, it’s my sincere hope that the tools on this website not only lead to improved outcomes for the students and adults under your care, but also help save you time and stress that often accompanies paper based data collection systems.
Overview
Every sheet located on this website will provide you with:
Visually rich and rewarding data entry and output, immediately informing your instruction and student’s performance.
Graphs with trend lines, adding another layer of visualization for rapid interpretation by stakeholders.
Hidden progress report generators that receive data as the sheets are used, allowing for more rapid and detailed reporting on IEP goals.
View the video to the right for more information!
Data Systems
What People Are Saying
“Hi Jon!
I already miss you guys! I wanted to let you know that today I convinced two people in my cohort to still be teachers after showing them your digital data system! They were super stressed because their mentor teacher had a really difficult time recording data and was buried in paperwork. I showed them all the cool things with the data system and how it helps cut down time and they were amazed. Just wanted to reiterate how awesome it is and how grateful we are that you are willing to share it with us! Let us know when the website it up and running so we can share it with everyone :)
— Rylie, BYU Intern“You are THE BEST! I am saying that over and over in my classroom right now because I am so excited. This is SUCH a game-changer. I can't say thank you enough! You deserve an award or something.
THANK YOU SO MUCH!
-Mariah M., Resource Teacher
“So, cool. As always. I truly appreciate all you are willing to share.
P.S. I've started progress reports. I completed one in about 5 minutes which included printing, downloading, encrypting, and emailing it to the parent. Ah-Maz-Ing!! I still have to talk myself up to do progress reports because I still have a little lingering PTSD from doing progress reports previously. However, it's getting better because they are so quick now. I just have to remind myself that it is fast now. It's so glorious. Thank you!!”
-Kristi T.