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Individual Education Plan

The Individual Education Program Plan (IEP) is a written plan developed by the parents and the schools special education team that specifies the students academic goals and the method to obtain these goals. Here you will find some interesting tips on writing effective IEPs.
FBA-How to Write a Functional Behavioral Analysis, or FBA
A Functional Behavioral Analysis is the first step in writing a Behavior Improvement Plan, a required part setting behavior goals for a student with an IEP.
Review: The Complete IEP Guide: How to Advocate for Your Spec…
A review of the Complete IEP Guide, which Jerry recommends both for parents and professionals so they can meet at IEP meetings on a level playing field.
Specially Designed Instruction
Specially Designed Instruction is one of the most important parts of an Individual Education Plan (IEP) because it legally binds members of the school community to provide certain accomodations and modifications to students with IEPs. These accomodations and modifications are often referred to as "SDI's."
Getting Ready for the IEP Meeting
Getting ready for the IEP meeting. Being well prepared for the IEP Meeting
What is an IEP? A Student Individual Program/Plan
What is an IEP? IEP goals and objectives, an individual education program.
A List of Typical Special Ed. Accommodations
Accommodations for students with special needs. A list of special education accommodations.
How To Write IEP Goals
How to write IEP Goals. Writing IEP goals.
Become Your Child's Best Advocate
How to be an advocate for your child. Parent advocat.
Writing an Effective IEP
The IEP is the heart and soul of special education. Find out what makes an IEP effective and see a sample IEP for a student with multiple exceptionalities.
The Contents of an IEP
Find out everything that needs to be included in the Individual Education Plan.
Developing Your Child's IEP
A complete guide in PDF and online text. An excellent guide for parents.
IEP Checklist
The format for an IEP varies from one school district to the next, but all districts have the same goal in mind. Here you will find the Who's and How To's of the IEP.
Take Charge of Your Childs IEP Meeting
10 sound simple suggestions on how parents can take charge of their childs IEP meeting.
Your Childs IEP
Know what you need to know about your childs IEP and what your rights and responsibilities are with respect to the IEP process.

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