Episode 17 - Tips & Tools for Progress Monitoring

In this episode of the Smarter Literacy Podcast, we dive into progress monitoring - what it really is, why it matters, and how to make it part of everyday lessons without losing instructional time. We share practical strategies for tracking growth with simple tools like word lists and fluency passages, tips for writing clear goals, and ways to build data collection into your lesson flow. You’ll also hear common mistakes to avoid, from inconsistent tracking to waiting too long to review data, and how to use progress monitoring as a powerful guide for instruction. Subscribe for more strategies, share this episode with a colleague, and leave a rating or review to help others find the show! ❇️ Resources mentioned in the show: Free Data Tracking Printable Progress Monitoring Made Simple Spotlight Traininghttps://smarterintervention.com/ondemand-pd/progress-monitoring-made-simple