Data Without Tears

Data without tears how to write measurable educational goals and collect meaningful data

by Terri Chiara Johnston

"All grade levels. This valuable resource is designed for educators faced with the daunting task of collecting meaningful data to meet a variety of legal and administrative requirements. The author presents an easy-to-use model for writing goals and objectives efficiently, effectively, and in a straightforward manner. Educators will learn how to collect data; when and where to collect it; and how to interpret it ? helping to determine how instruction and interventions can be adjusted to increase each student?s success. Data Without Tears promotes the use of data to document the progress, or lack of progress, in a student's academic and behavioral program. It is especially useful for helping students with autism, severe behavioral disabilities, or highly aggressive behavior."