What should a teacher do after observing steady progress in a student's academic goals through formative and summative assessments?

Continuing current strategies and awaiting further assessment cycles is the most appropriate course of action after observing steady progress in a student’s academic goals. This approach allows the teacher to monitor the effectiveness of the existing instructional methods and to gather more comprehensive data on the student's learning over time. Consistency in instructional strategies can reinforce learning and help solidify the skills that the student has been developing.

Moreover, further assessing the student after more time with the current strategies provides valuable insight into whether the progress is consistent and sustainable or if adjustments might be needed down the line. It ensures that any changes made in instructional strategies are based on a sufficient amount of data, rather than on a limited set of observations, which may not fully capture the student’s learning trajectory.

This method promotes a reflective and data-informed approach to teaching, aligning with effective practices in special education that prioritize student growth and adaptation based on evidence.