Choose a graph type and construct it with labels
When to use this goal
For older students who can build a bar graph when told to but cannot decide whether data calls for a bar graph, a line graph or a circle graph, which matters in science and social studies projects. Present levels in building single graph types should be secure.
- Baseline
- Score two graphs made from different data types. Graph choice is the row to watch; many students default to a bar graph for everything. Write an anchor graph for each score level so adults agree.
- Tips
- Digital tools (spreadsheet charts) are a legitimate accommodation and a transition skill; name the tool in the condition. Science fair and social studies projects provide authentic samples.
- Limits
- Rubric scores depend on data complexity; keep data sets comparable. Circle graphs require percent skills; include them only if those are in place.
Original IEP Atlas template based on general measurement principles; not copied from any goal bank. ID ma-dat-013.
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Goal
By the annual IEP review date, given a data set and a description of what it shows (categories, change over time, or parts of a whole), the student will choose the graph type, state one reason for the choice, and construct the graph with a title, labels and scale independently, earning a score of at least 7 out of 8 on a 4-row data display rubric (0 to 2 points per row), on 3 of 4 consecutive scored samples, as measured by a defined scoring rubric collected monthly.
Baseline: 3 out of 8 rubric points.
- Condition
- Observable behavior
- Criterion
- Measurement method
Measurability check11 of 11 met
Met: Observable behavior. Stated as an action.
Met: Condition. Stated.
Met: Unit fits the behavior. Rubric score fits this behavior.
Met: Explicit criterion. Number and unit stated.
Met: Mastery rule and schedule. Both stated.
Met: Method produces the metric. Rubric scoring gives rubric score data.
Met: Review timeframe. Stated.
Met: Baseline and target compatible. Same unit, change in the right direction.
Met: Aligned with area of need. Still about Patterns, Data & Graphs.
Met: Level of support. Defined.
Met: Blanks filled in. Nothing left to fill in.
Checks structure and wording only. Whether the goal fits the student is the team's call.
Short-term objectives (optional)
When are objectives required?Required for students on alternate assessments (34 CFR §300.320(a)(2)(ii)); some states require them for everyone.
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- Area of need
- Math - Patterns, Data & Graphs
- Baseline
- 3 out of 8 rubric points.
- Annual goal470 characters
- By the annual IEP review date, given a data set and a description of what it shows (categories, change over time, or parts of a whole), the student will choose the graph type, state one reason for the choice, and construct the graph with a title, labels and scale independently, earning a score of at least 7 out of 8 on a 4-row data display rubric (0 to 2 points per row), on 3 of 4 consecutive scored samples, as measured by a defined scoring rubric collected monthly.
- Timeframe
- By the annual IEP review date
- Condition
- Given a data set and a description of what it shows (categories, change over time, or parts of a whole)
- Behavior
- The student will choose the graph type, state one reason for the choice, and construct the graph with a title, labels and scale independently
- Criteria
- Earning a score of at least 7 out of 8 on a 4-row data display rubric (0 to 2 points per row), on 3 of 4 consecutive scored samples
- Evaluation method
- A defined scoring rubric
- Schedule
- Monthly
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Matching data sheet
Rubric tracker. Scores each rubric criterion and totals them.
Rubric tracker
Rubric score- Student label:
- Target:
- earning a score of at least 7 out of 8 on a 4-row data display rubric (0 to 2 points per row)
- Mastery rule:
- on 3 of 4 consecutive scored samples
- Collection schedule:
- monthly
- Method:
- Rubric scoring
- Data collector:
Goal: By the annual IEP review date, given a data set and a description of what it shows (categories, change over time, or parts of a whole), the student will choose the graph type, state one reason for the choice, and construct the graph with a title, labels and scale independently, earning a score of at least 7 out of 8 on a 4-row data display rubric (0 to 2 points per row), on 3 of 4 consecutive scored samples, as measured by a defined scoring rubric collected monthly.
| Date | Task / sample | Graph type: fits the data and the reason given makes sense | Accuracy: every data value is shown correctly | Scale and axes: the scale is consistent and the axes are labeled with units | Title and key: the graph has a title and a key where needed | Total (of 8) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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- Score each sample with a 4-row data display rubric (0 to 2 points per row). Attach or reference the rubric's score descriptors.
- Use the same prompt type and conditions for each scored sample.
- If two people score, check agreement on a few samples before relying on the data.
The CSV opens in Excel or Google Sheets, with formulas. Sheets print blank; no student data is stored.