Why “Good Job” Might Be Hurting Student Outcomes

Why “Good Job” Might Be Hurting Student Outcomes

by | May 11, 2026 | Blog

Walk into almost any classroom and you’ll hear it: “Good job.” “Nice work.” “I love how you’re sitting.” It sounds supportive. But here’s the tension: The more praise we hear, the more students start working for approval instead of learning. Praise isn’t neutral. It...
What Should IEP Goals Focus On Instead of Compliance?

What Should IEP Goals Focus On Instead of Compliance?

by | Apr 13, 2026 | Blog

IEP goals are meant to support access to learning, not measure whether a student will comply with tasks they don’t want to do. But many goals still center on staying on task, following directions, or completing non-preferred work. These may seem reasonable, but they...