READINGS 

• The IEP PPT

• The IEP PDF

• Quality IEP PDF
•  A Guide to the Individualized Education Program 

VIDEOS

• The Basic Dos and Donts of IEP Meetings (Links to an external site.)
• Accommodations and Modifications for Students (Links to an external site.)
• Developing a Great IEP
• Referral, Evaluation, and Eligibility for Special Education Services
• Example of a successful IEP meeting (Links to an external site.)
• A non-collaborative IEP meeting

DIRECTIONS READ CAREFULLY 

Based on the assigned readings and website listed (it is crucial that you carefully read both to be successful in this assignment) Create an Instructional Manual designed for teachers and parents explaining key components of the IEP. It is recommended that you add graphics/pictures when appropriate to increase the aesthetics of your booklet. Be sure to include the competencies outlined in the rubric:

Rubric

Rubric Competencies

Points

(a)   The instructional manual has:

1. Cover page with title and appropriate graphics
2. Contents page with the major subheadings and page numbers where each subject is found
3. Page numbers
4. Clearly defined titles for each page and a brief description. Example:

The IEP Components:

This page lists and describes the IEP components

1. Well organized, and free of spelling and grammar errors information

10

(b)   Define and describe what an IEP is.

5

(c)   List and describe all the components of the IEP

10

(d)   Describe the purpose of the MDT team and list who should be invited to the IEP meeting.

5

(e)   List and describe at least 10 examples of related services provided by the IEP

5

(f)    Define and describe Transition Planning

5

(g)   Describe how placement is decided. Be sure to specify how the LRE must be taken into account

10

(h)   Provide at least 5 examples of self-determination skills and their role in facilitating positive outcomes for students with disabilities

5

(i)     Explain the responsibilities of the classroom teacher as it relates to the IEP.

10

(j)     Provide at least 10 examples of adaptations as it relates to students with disabilities

5