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      "description": "Special educators know that there are so many different ways to track student progress through data collection. This episode dives into ancedotal notes and how to make sure this type of data SPEAKS loudly at the next IEP meeting. The tips I'm sharing on taking anecdotal notes come from a variety of perspectives I've had over the years - special…",
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