Understanding, Developing, and Writing Effective IEPs
A Step-by-Step Guide for Educators
- Roger Pierangelo - Long Island University, Brooklyn, NY, USA
- George Giuliani - Hofstra University, USA
May 2007 | 176 pages | Corwin
This practical resource shows teachers and administrators how to better understand the Individual Education Program (IEP), create effective IEPs, as well as write and evaluate an IEP to benefit every student with a disability. Using a 15-step plan, Understanding, Developing, and Writing Effective IEPs: A Step-by-Step Guide for Educators provides techniques, suggestions, and information for every component of the IEP process. The authors include authentic IEP samples and multiple checklists to help educators prepare for an IEP meeting where all stakeholders are actively involved in the process. Frequently asked questions and a glossary of special education terminology enable every member of the IEP team to participate in this program, helping to ensure that every student receives the most appropriate interventions, services, and educational resources for academic success.
Preface
About the Authors
Introduction
1. Foundational Issues in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
2. IEP Preparation
3. IEP Participants
4. IEP Team Meetings
5. Step-by-Step Development of the IEP
Appendix: Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004--Section on IEPs (Enrolled as Agreed to or Passed by Both House and Senate)
Glossary
References and Suggested Readings
Index
"The authors tackle an often complex process in an understandable, sequential manner."
Roosevelt Elementary, Kingsport, TN
I adopted this for my intro to special education course, however I use it as a resource for all many other courses. VERY clear, easy to read, and comprehensive guide to writing IEPs. Excellent book!
College Of Education, National-Louis Univ-Chicago
February 19, 2017
It describes the IEP process clearly and succinctly.
College of Education, University of Alaska - Southeast
August 18, 2013