One way teachers and students can monitor and document learning to improve outcomes is to use portfolios, computer software, and checklists. Portfolios show growth over a period of time. Students should be allowed to decide which artifacts to include and to know why they want to include particular artifacts. Portfolios can be used for parent-teacher conferences and can show growth from the beginning of the school year to the end of the school year or even shorter periods of time. Portfolios also promote active student learning (“Portfolios for Student,” n.d.). There are many software applications available for teachers. An example is Super Data Tracker. It allows teachers to enter learning objectives and students can monitor their progress using iPads. Additionally, many software companies have tracking applications built into their software such as Accelerated Math and Accelerated Reading (“Tracking Student Progress,” n.d.). Once teachers and students have agreed on how to monitor and document their learning, they must decide how monitoring and documentation can improve outcomes. One way that monitoring and documentation can help improve student outcomes is by giving them the power to see their own learning. The fastest way to empower students is to give them the things that matter in the