Data collection is an essential aspect of the special education field. Assessment can come in all forms, from formative, informal, summative, formal, standardized, and anecdotal assessments. Special educators need to use this data when making educational and IEP decisions. Being data literate and understanding how to use data appropriately will help increase the efficacy of the special educator and student results.How do you collect data? How do you store it?
What do you use this data for?
When do you revisit the data?
When and how do you share data with students? Teachers? Parents? Other service providers?
How often do you assess students in a typical lesson?
Which types of data do you find most useful? Why?Be sure to explain how you will use your findings in your future professional practice.