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Functional Word Navigators

A complete IEP progress monitoring system for functional word recognition and verbal expression, featuring equivalent probe forms, examiner protocols, and cumulative tracking tools.

RCRoni Coleman

Functional Word Navigators

A complete IEP progress monitoring system for functional word recognition and verbal expression, featuring equivalent probe forms, examiner protocols, and cumulative tracking tools.

RCRoni Coleman
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Lenny IEP Progress Suite • Functional Reading Series Page 1 of 3 • Protocols on pages 2-3

Examiner Scoring Record • Forms A & B

Mark recognition, verbal explanation, prompt level, and calculate final opportunities score.

Student: ___________________ Date: _________

FORM A • Scoring Matrix Goal: ≥ 6 of 10 Correct (60%)

#Target WordTarget Functional Meaning / Acceptable Expressive ResponseRead WordVerbal DefPromptScore
1STOPHalt immediately, do not cross, cease movement or action[ ][ ]_______/1
2EXITWay out of the building, door used to leave safely[ ][ ]_______/1
3RESTROOMBathroom, toilet room, place to wash hands[ ][ ]_______/1
4HOTHigh temperature, burns skin, can hurt, do not touch[ ][ ]_______/1
5DANGERUnsafe condition, stay back, hazard that can injure you[ ][ ]_______/1
6WATERLiquid to drink, hydration, wash hands with[ ][ ]_______/1
7PUSHPress body/hands against door forward away from you[ ][ ]_______/1
8NURSESchool health helper, medical room, helps when sick/hurt[ ][ ]_______/1
9POISONToxic chemical, deadly/harmful to drink or eat, do not touch[ ][ ]_______/1
10HELPAsk for assistance, call teacher/adult when in trouble[ ][ ]_______/1

Form A Total Correct: _____ / 10 Opportunities

Percentage: _____ % Target Met (≥6/10)? [ ] YES [ ] NO

FORM B • Scoring Matrix Goal: ≥ 6 of 10 Correct (60%)

#Target WordTarget Functional Meaning / Acceptable Expressive ResponseRead WordVerbal DefPromptScore
1OPENUnlocked, ready for business/entry, door is unlatched[ ][ ]_______/1
2CLOSEDLocked, cannot enter now, not operating[ ][ ]_______/1
3CAUTIONBe careful, slow down, be aware of a possible hazard[ ][ ]_______/1
4COLDLow temperature, chilly, freezing, blue tap on sink[ ][ ]_______/1
5CAFETERIASchool lunchroom, where students eat meals together[ ][ ]_______/1
6PULLGrasp handle and draw toward body to open door[ ][ ]_______/1
7MEDICINEPills or liquid that make sick people better, doctor ordered[ ][ ]_______/1
8WALKSafe to cross street, move on feet, green pedestrian symbol[ ][ ]_______/1
9QUIETLow volume, whisper voice, no loud talking or shouting[ ][ ]_______/1
10POLICELaw enforcement officer, safety protector in community[ ][ ]_______/1

Form B Total Correct: _____ / 10 Opportunities

Percentage: _____ % Target Met (≥6/10)? [ ] YES [ ] NO

Examiner Qualitative Notes & Error Patterns:

Functional Words Examiner Protocol • Page 2 of 3 Forms C & D on Page 3

Examiner Scoring Record • Forms C & D

Mark recognition, verbal explanation, prompt level, and calculate final opportunities score.

Student: ___________________ Date: _________

FORM C • Scoring Matrix Goal: ≥ 6 of 10 Correct (60%)

#Target WordTarget Functional Meaning / Acceptable Expressive ResponseRead WordVerbal DefPromptScore
1ENTRANCEWay inside a building, door to go in[ ][ ]_______/1
2EMERGENCYUrgent sudden crisis requiring quick help/911 call[ ][ ]_______/1
3TRASHGarbage, waste to be thrown into bin/receptacle[ ][ ]_______/1
4OFFICEAdministrative room where principal/secretaries work[ ][ ]_______/1
5KEEP OUTDo not enter, forbidden area, danger/private space[ ][ ]_______/1
6ELEVATORMachine that carries people up/down between floors[ ][ ]_______/1
7DON'T WALKWait at the curb, unsafe to cross street now, red hand[ ][ ]_______/1
8WASHClean with soap and water to remove germs[ ][ ]_______/1
9FIRST AIDBasic medical supplies for cuts/injuries (band-aids)[ ][ ]_______/1
10WAITPause, stay in place, be patient until your turn[ ][ ]_______/1

Form C Total Correct: _____ / 10 Opportunities

Percentage: _____ % Target Met (≥6/10)? [ ] YES [ ] NO

FORM D • Scoring Matrix Goal: ≥ 6 of 10 Correct (60%)

#Target WordTarget Functional Meaning / Acceptable Expressive ResponseRead WordVerbal DefPromptScore
1FIREFlames, burning danger, trigger alarm and exit building[ ][ ]_______/1
2STAIRSSteps to walk between floors, use handrail safely[ ][ ]_______/1
3BUSLarge vehicle that transports students to and from school[ ][ ]_______/1
4SHARPPointed/cutting edge (blades, knife), can cut skin[ ][ ]_______/1
5FOODThings you eat for energy and health (nutrition)[ ][ ]_______/1
6LIBRARYRoom where books are stored and borrowed for reading[ ][ ]_______/1
7WET FLOORMopped or spilled liquid on ground, slippery, walk slowly[ ][ ]_______/1
8DO NOT TOUCHKeep hands away, hot/fragile or dangerous object[ ][ ]_______/1
9TELEPHONEDevice to dial and speak to emergency services/family[ ][ ]_______/1
10IN / OUTDirections: enter inward vs exit outward through door[ ][ ]_______/1

Form D Total Correct: _____ / 10 Opportunities

Percentage: _____ % Target Met (≥6/10)? [ ] YES [ ] NO

Examiner Qualitative Notes & Error Patterns:

Functional Words Examiner Protocol • Page 3 of 3 Log session results on Progress Monitoring Sheet

___/10
___/10
___%
____
[ ] Y [ ] N
____
8__/__/________/10___/10___/10___/10___%____[ ] Y [ ] N____
9__/__/________/10___/10___/10___/10___%____[ ] Y [ ] N____
10__/__/________/10___/10___/10___/10___%____[ ] Y [ ] N____
11__/__/________/10___/10___/10___/10___%____[ ] Y [ ] N____
12__/__/________/10___/10___/10___/10___%____[ ] Y [ ] N____

Visual Progress Graph • Opportunities Correct (Goal = 6)

Target Line (6/10 = 60%) Data Point

10 (100%)

9 (90%)

8 (80%)

7 (70%)

6 (60%)

GOAL BENCHMARK (6 of 10)

5 (50%)

4 (40%)

3 (30%)

2 (20%)

1 (10%)

0 (0%)

S1S2S3S4S5S6S7S8S9S10S11S12

Lenny Functional Word Monitoring Series • Page 1 of 2 Target: 6/10 maintained across 80% of probe trials

Functional Analysis & IEP Summary Report

Domain breakdown, receptive vs expressive gap analysis, and quarterly reporting documentation.

Page 2 of 2

Routine Domain Performance Inventory

School Routines Target: 4-5

STOP, RESTROOM, NURSE, CAFETERIA, QUIET, OFFICE, TRASH, LIBRARY, BUS

Known in Isolation: ___/9

Known in Context: ___/9

Verbal Meaning: ___/9

Community & Safety Target: 4-5

EXIT, DANGER, PUSH, PULL, OPEN, CLOSED, CAUTION, WALK, POLICE, FIRE

Known in Isolation: ___/10

Known in Context: ___/10

Verbal Meaning: ___/10

Home & Daily Living Target: 4-5

HOT, COLD, WATER, POISON, HELP, MEDICINE, WASH, FOOD, SHARP, FIRST AID

Known in Isolation: ___/10

Known in Context: ___/10

Verbal Meaning: ___/10

Mastery Criterion Check (Goal: At least 6/10 across 80% of opportunities)

80% = 4 of 5 sessions

Rolling Window 1 (Sessions 1 - 5):

Sessions with ≥ 6/10: ___ of 5 Window Accuracy: ___% [ ] Criteria Met

Rolling Window 2 (Sessions 6 - 10):

Sessions with ≥ 6/10: ___ of 5 Window Accuracy: ___% [ ] Criteria Met

IEP Quarterly Reporting Documentation

PeriodDate RangeMean Score% of Sessions ≥6Goal Status & Instructional Next Steps
Baseline__/__ to __/_____/10___%Baseline established across Form A & Form B.
Quarter 1__/__ to __/_____/10___%[ ] Not Met • [ ] Emerging Progress • [ ] On Track
Quarter 2__/__ to __/_____/10___%[ ] Not Met • [ ] Emerging Progress • [ ] On Track
Quarter 3__/__ to __/_____/10___%[ ] Not Met • [ ] Emerging Progress • [ ] On Track
Quarter 4__/__ to __/_____/10___%[ ] Goal Mastered • [ ] Goal Extended for Next IEP Cycle

Qualitative Error Analysis & Differentiation Accommodations:

• Recognition vs Verbal: Does student decode accurately but struggle to state function? [ ] Yes [ ] No

• Visual Support: Does student require symbol icon support to express meaning? [ ] Yes [ ] No

Special Education Teacher / Evaluator: ___________________________

Date: _______________

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