E22. 7 Misconceptions Teachers Have About Data Collection

The Intentional IEP Podcast

If you’ve ever thought, Am I collecting enough data? Am I even doing this right? Does this even count as progress monitoring? You’re not alone. Data collection is one of the biggest stress points for special education teachers, and much of that stress comes from common myths.

In this episode, Stephanie tackles 5 of the biggest misconceptions about data collection and progress monitoring. From the pressure to take data every single day to the idea that spreadsheets are the only “real” way to track progress, you’ll get clarity, peace of mind, and practical fixes you can use right away.

You’ll hear:

• Why daily data collection isn’t required (and what to do instead)
• How to make any format — even sticky notes — work for you
• Simple ways to collect data during routines without stopping instruction
• How to monitor progress more consistently (and stress less at report time)
• What to do when a student isn’t meeting a goal — without scrapping the IEP

By the end, you’ll see that data isn’t about perfection. It’s about using the information you have to guide your instruction and support your students — and small shifts can make a big difference.

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