IEP goals for 4th-grade reading typically focus on various skills such as decoding, fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary. These goals are tailored to address specific areas of weakness in reading abilities.
Here are some examples of IEP goals for 4th-grade reading:
Decoding:
Sample IEP Goal: By the end of the IEP period, the student will decode a list of multisyllabic words with different syllable types with a specific accuracy rate
Fluency:
Sample IEP Goal: By the end of the school year, the student will read grade-level text orally with accuracy, appropriate rate, and expression at a specified words per minute rate
Comprehension: Sample IEP Goal: After reading a passage, the student will identify the author's purpose or distinguish between fact and opinion with a specific accuracy rate
Vocabulary: Sample IEP Goal: By the end of the school year, the student will determine the meaning of unfamiliar words using context clues or other strategies with a specified accuracy rate
These goals are designed to be specific, measurable, attainable, results-oriented, and time-bound (SMART), aligning with state academic standards and focusing on the individual needs of each student to enhance their reading skills effectively.
