A Practical Guide for Assessing Instructional Approaches
Instructions for Use:
- Start with the Method Analysis Worksheet
- Complete IEP Alignment Checklist
- Use Evaluation Tools regularly
- Review and adjust using Decision Support Tools
- Maintain communication using previously provided templates
Part 1: Assessment Frameworks
1. Method Analysis Worksheet
Instructional Method: _________________
Primary Goals:
□ Academic Achievement
□ Social Skills Development
□ Behavioral Support
□ Other: ________________
Implementation Requirements:
□ Technology needs
□ Staff support
□ Environmental modifications
□ Additional resources
Student Impact Assessment:
□ Learning style match
□ Accommodation needs
□ Social-emotional considerations
□ Independence development
2. IEP Alignment Checklist
Goal Area: _________________
Current Goal: _________________
Method Support Analysis:
□ Directly supports goal
□ Provides necessary scaffolding
□ Allows progress monitoring
□ Offers appropriate modifications
Implementation Notes:
• Required accommodations:
• Progress monitoring plan:
• Success criteria:
Part 2: Evaluation Tools
1. Method Effectiveness Rubric
Rate each area (1-5):
Student Engagement: ___
Progress toward Goals: ___
Implementation Ease: ___
Resource Efficiency: ___
Support Requirements: ___
Total Score: ___/25
2. Progress Monitoring Template
Baseline Data: _________________
Target Outcome: _________________
Weekly Progress Check:
Week 1: ___________________
Week 2: ___________________
Week 3: ___________________
Week 4: ___________________
Monthly Review:
□ On track
□ Needs modification
□ Requires intervention
Part 3: Decision Support Tools
1. Method Comparison Matrix
Method 1: _________________
Method 2: _________________
Compare:
• Effectiveness: ___/___
• Resource needs: ___/___
• Implementation ease: ___/___
• Student fit: ___/___
• Support requirements: ___/___
Recommendation: _________________