Step Tracker Probes
Form A
Functional Reading Task Probe
Target: 10 Step-by-Step Instructions
Student:
Date:
Score: / 10
TO: 5th Grade Maker Crew | FROM: Ms. Alvarez (Lab Coordinator)
DATE: Oct 14 | RE: Morning Setup
Welcome team! Please prepare our three STEM stations before the 9:15 AM opening bell. Follow the layout directory below to ensure all student kits are ready.
Station 1: Robotics
Kit Code: RB-40
Safety: Goggles required
Max Capacity: 4 students
Station 2: Circuitry
Kit Code: CK-12
Safety: Rubber mats only
Max Capacity: 6 students
Station 3: 3D Printing
Kit Code: PR-08
Safety: Adult helper check
Max Capacity: 2 students
*Important: Charge laptops at Station 1. If supplies run low, report to Room 104 or call Ext. 402. Place waste in Bin #3.
Student Action Checklist Read the memo above and complete each numbered direction exactly.
1 In the memo header above, circle Ms. Alvarez's job title.
Action completed in memo text
2 Write the opening bell time on the line:
3 Write the Kit Code for Station 2 (Circuitry):
4 Draw a star (★) next to the station where goggles are required.
Draw star in station box above
5 What is the maximum student capacity for Station 3?
6 Underline the room number where extra supplies are stored.
Action completed in memo text
7 Draw a rectangle box around the extension phone number.
Box drawn in memo note above
8 Write which equipment needs charging at Station 1:
9 Which bin number should be used for waste?
10 Put a checkmark (✓) in this box if Station 2 uses rubber mats:
Evaluator: _____________________ Independent Mastery Target: ≥ 7 / 10 (70%)
Form A • Progress Monitoring Task
Form B
Functional Reading Task Probe
Target: 10 Step-by-Step Instructions
Student:
Date:
Score: / 10
ORGANIZATION: Oakridge Community Library | ROLE: Junior Page
SHIFT: Saturday Morning
Welcome volunteer! Review today's Youth Department Floor Directory before starting your shelving shift at 10:00 AM.
Zone A: Graphic Novels
Call Prefix: GN-700
Sticker: Green dot
Aisle Capacity: 8 carts
Zone B: Nonfiction
Call Prefix: NF-500
Sticker: Blue star
Aisle Capacity: 5 carts
Zone C: Audiobooks
Call Prefix: AB-200
Sticker: Yellow label
Aisle Capacity: 3 carts
*Notice: Return borrowed book scanners to Locker 18. If a book has a torn cover, deliver it directly to Desk B or notify Supervisor Mr. Henderson at Ext. 315.
Student Action Checklist Read the directory above and complete each numbered direction exactly.
1 In the directory header, circle the volunteer role title.
Action completed in header text
2 Write the start time of the Saturday shelving shift:
3 Write the Call Prefix for Zone A (Graphic Novels):
4 Draw a triangle (Δ) next to the zone that uses blue star stickers.
Draw triangle in zone box above
5 What is the cart capacity for Zone C?
6 Underline the locker number where scanners are stored.
Action completed in notice text
7 Draw a rectangle box around the supervisor's phone extension.
Box drawn in notice text above
8 Which desk should receive books with torn covers?
9 Write the sticker color required for Zone C:
10 Put a checkmark (✓) in this box if Zone A holds 8 carts:
Evaluator: _____________________ Independent Mastery Target: ≥ 7 / 10 (70%)
Form B • Progress Monitoring Task
Form C
Functional Reading Task Probe
Target: 10 Step-by-Step Instructions
Student:
Date:
Score: / 10
EVENT: Annual Science Expo | COORDINATOR: Dr. Patel (Lead Judge)
LOCATION: Gymnasium Hall
Attention Student Presenters! All science trifold boards must be displayed before judging commences at 1:30 PM sharp. Consult the booth guide below.
Row 1: Life Science
Badge Code: BIO-15
Requirement: Plant trays on mats
Max Presenters: 3 per table
Row 2: Earth Science
Badge Code: GEO-22
Requirement: Rock safety goggles
Max Presenters: 2 per table
Row 3: Physics/Energy
Badge Code: PHY-30
Requirement: Battery tape cover
Max Presenters: 4 per table
*Notice: Extra extension cords are kept in Cabinet 7. Presenters requiring water access must register at Table 4 or page Safety Officer Vance at Ext. 509.
Student Action Checklist Read the announcement above and complete each numbered direction exactly.
1 In the guide header, circle Dr. Patel's official title.
Action completed in header text
2 Write the time judging begins in the Gymnasium Hall:
3 Write the Badge Code for Row 2 (Earth Science):
4 Draw a star (★) next to the row requiring battery tape covers.
Draw star in row box above
5 What is the maximum number of presenters for Row 1?
6 Underline the cabinet number where extension cords are stored.
Action completed in notice text
7 Draw a rectangle box around Officer Vance's extension number.
Box drawn in notice text above
8 Which table must presenters visit to register for water access?
9 What equipment must be placed on mats in Row 1?
10 Put a checkmark (✓) in this box if Row 2 requires rock safety goggles:
Evaluator: _____________________ Independent Mastery Target: ≥ 7 / 10 (70%)
Form C • Progress Monitoring Task
Step Mastery Recording Sheet
Teacher Record
Step Mastery Progress Monitoring Sheet
5th Grade Functional Reading • Following Multi-Step Instructions
Target: 7/10 Steps (70%)
Student:
Evaluator:
School Year:
Standard / Goal Objective: "Given a functional reading text at the 5th-grade level (emails, directories, lists, schedules), the student will independently follow up to 10 step-by-step instructions with at least 70% accuracy (7/10 steps) across 3 consecutive progress monitoring probes."
Repeated Probe Log (Independent Accuracy)
Only unprompted, correct steps count toward goal
| Session |
Date |
Form |
Independent (+) |
Prompted (P) |
Incorrect (-) |
% Indep. |
Goal Met? |
| Baseline |
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Form A |
/ 10 |
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Y / N |
| Probe 1 |
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Form B |
/ 10 |
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Y / N |
| Probe 2 |
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Form C |
/ 10 |
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Y / N |
| Probe 3 |
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Form A |
/ 10 |
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Y / N |
| Probe 4 |
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Form B |
/ 10 |
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Y / N |
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Form C |
/ 10 |
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Y / N |
Progress Monitoring Visual Trend (Plot Points) Mastery Goal: 7 Steps (70%)
Goal: 7 Steps
10 (100%)
9 (90%)
8 (80%)
7 (70%)
6 (60%)
5 (50%)
4 (40%)
3 (30%)
2 (20%)
1 (10%)
0 (0%)
Baseline
Probe 1
Probe 2
Probe 3
Probe 4
Probe 5
(+) Independent:
Completes step accurately with zero teacher prompts.
(V) Verbal Prompt:
Reminded to re-read instruction or scan text.
(G) Gestural / Visual:
Teacher points to target text area or step prompt.
(-) Error / No Action:
Inaccurate execution or skipped instruction.
Progress Monitoring • Record Sheet Page 1 of 2 Standardized Functional Reading Protocol
Diagnostic
Step-by-Step Prompt & Error Diagnostic
Form Across Trials Analysis
Record the prompt level code for each step (1–10) across sessions: + = Independent, V = Verbal, G = Gestural/Visual, M = Model, - = Error/Skipped.
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Standardized Target Skill / Action Type |
Base |
P 1 |
P 2 |
P 3 |
P 4 |
P 5 |
| Step 1 |
Locate header metadata & circle role/title |
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Scan introductory text for scheduled time & write |
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Match specific category to alphanumeric code & record |
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Locate condition & draw specified geometric symbol (star/triangle) |
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| Step 5 |
Extract quantitative capacity data from structured column |
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Follow precise mark instruction: Underline storage location |
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Follow precise mark instruction: Draw rectangle box around phone ext. |
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Identify specific condition/procedure item & record text value |
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Extract secondary detail (bin number, sticker color, tray item) |
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Evaluate conditional statement & accurately mark checkbox (✓) |
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Observed Error Patterns & Instructional Barriers
Text Navigation Difficulties
Skips reading introductory text or memo header Struggles to cross-reference multi-column tables Overlooks footnotes or notice text at bottom
Instruction Following Fidelity
Substitutes action (circles instead of underlines or boxes) Skips numbered step without noticing Waits passively for teacher affirmation/prompt
Qualitative Field Notes & Instructional Next Steps
Accommodations:
Strategy Focus:
Recommendation:
[ ] Continue current intervention [ ] Fade visual prompt hierarchy [ ] Mastery achieved (≥7/10 x3)
Progress Monitoring • Record Sheet Page 2 of 2 Standardized Functional Reading Protocol
Task Master Answer Keys
Scoring Key
Standardized Administration & Answer Key
5th Grade Functional Reading Probes • Evaluator Manual
Mastery: ≥ 7 / 10 Correct
Standardized Administration Directions
Examiner Script:
"Please look at this document. Read the text and information at the top carefully. Then, complete each of the 10 numbered tasks below on your own. Do your best work."
Scoring & Prompt Rules:
- Independent (+): Completed accurately without hints or verbal reminders.
- Prompted (P): Any cue to redirect or explain negates independent credit.
- Mastery Rule: Student must achieve ≥ 7/10 across 3 consecutive probes.
Form A
Maker Lab Memo • Step-by-Step Scoring Criteria
1 point per step completed independently
| Step |
Target Action / Prompt |
Accurate Student Response (Evidence) |
Acceptable Variations |
| 1 |
Circle Ms. Alvarez's job title |
"Lab Coordinator" circled in memo header |
Circle around "(Lab Coordinator)" |
| 2 |
Write opening bell time |
9:15 AM |
"9:15" or "9:15 am" |
| 3 |
Write Kit Code for Station 2 |
CK-12 |
"ck-12" or "CK 12" |
| 4 |
Draw star next to goggles station |
Star drawn inside or adjacent to Station 1 box |
Recognizable 5-point or asterisk star |
| 5 |
Write student capacity for Station 3 |
2 students (or "2") |
"2 kids", "Max 2" |
| 6 |
Underline supply room number |
Single or double line under "Room 104" or "104" |
Underline under full phrase or just number |
| 7 |
Draw rectangle around phone ext. |
Enclosing box drawn around "Ext. 402" or "402" |
Four-sided rectangular enclosure |
| 8 |
Equipment needing charge at Station 1 |
Laptops (or "computers") |
"Laptop", "station laptops" |
| 9 |
Bin number used for waste |
Bin #3 (or "3") |
"#3", "Bin 3" |
| 10 |
Checkmark if Station 2 uses rubber mats |
Clear checkmark (✓) placed inside Step 10 box |
Checkmark or "X" mark inside square |
Progress Monitoring Key • Page 1 of 2 Form A Criteria & Administration Guide
Form B & Form C Scoring Keys
Equivalent Progress Monitoring Forms • Scoring Rubrics
Criterion: 7/10 (70%)
Form B Library Volunteer Directory
| Step |
Accurate Response / Evidence |
| 1 |
Circles "Junior Page" in header |
| 2 |
Writes 10:00 AM (or "10:00") |
| 3 |
Writes GN-700 |
| 4 |
Draws triangle (Δ) next to Zone B (Nonfiction) |
| 5 |
Writes 3 carts (or "3") |
| 6 |
Underlines "Locker 18" (or "18") |
| 7 |
Draws box around "Ext. 315" (or "315") |
| 8 |
Writes Desk B |
| 9 |
Writes Yellow (or "yellow label") |
| 10 |
Checkmark (✓) in box (Zone A holds 8 carts = true) |
Form C Science Expo Announcement
| Step |
Accurate Response / Evidence |
| 1 |
Circles "Lead Judge" in header |
| 2 |
Writes 1:30 PM (or "1:30") |
| 3 |
Writes GEO-22 |
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Draws star (★) next to Row 3 (Physics) |
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Writes 3 presenters (or "3") |
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Underlines "Cabinet 7" (or "7") |
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Draws box around "Ext. 509" (or "509") |
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Writes Table 4 |
| 9 |
Writes Plant trays (or "plants") |
| 10 |
Checkmark (✓) in box (Row 2 requires goggles = true) |
Standardized Form Equivalence Architecture
Steps 1–2: Header & Intro Time Scanning
Steps 3–5: Table Lookup (Code, Symbol, Capacity)
Steps 6–7: Notice Mark Actions (Underline / Box)
Steps 8–9: Specific Procedure Detail Retrieval
Step 10: Conditional Checkbox Verification
IEP Progress Reporting & Decision Rules
Mastery Determination: Goal is marked as mastered when the student completes at least 7 out of 10 steps independently (70%) across three (3) consecutive monitoring probes without any verbal, gestural, or modeling prompts.
Sample Progress Report Narrative: "Across 4 progress monitoring sessions using equivalent 5th-grade functional text probes, [Student] increased independent instruction-following accuracy from a baseline of 4/10 (40%) to 8/10 (80%) on Form C, successfully achieving the 7/10 mastery benchmark."
Progress Monitoring Key • Page 2 of 2 Equivalent Forms Key & Reporting Guide
