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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
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
Introduction
1. Foundational Issues in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
Introduction
Purpose of an IEP
13 Principles of IEP Collaboration
2. IEP Preparation
Preparation Before the IEP Meeting
Setting Up the IEP Meeting
Giving Notice of an IEP Meeting
When an IEP Meeting Must Be Convened
Helping Students Prepare
Characteristics of an Effective IEP Team Meeting
3. IEP Participants
IEP Team Members--Roles and Responsibilities
Excusal of Team Members
Questions and Answers About Other IEP Team-Related Topics
4. IEP Team Meetings
The Team Process
During the Meeting--Focused but Flexible
Guidelines for Running the IEP Meeting
5. Step-by-Step Development of the IEP
Step 1: Formulate a Statement of the Student's Present Level of Academic Achievement of Functional Performance
Step 2: Determine the Four Need Areas
Step 3: Consideration of Special Factors
Step 4: Determination of Measurable Annual Goals (Including Academic and Functional Goals)
Step 5: Reporting Progress Toward the Annual Goals to Parents
Step 6: Determine the Extent to Which the Student Will Not Be Able to Participate in General Education Programs (LRE Explanation)
Step 7: Determine Placement Options
Step 8: Determine Related Services
Step 9: Determine Program Modifications, Accommodations, Supplementary Aids, and Services
Step 10: Determine the Need for Assistive Technology Devices and Services
Step 11: Determine the Supports for School Personnel on Behalf of the Student
Step 12: Determine the Ability of a Student to Participate in State and District Assessments
Step 13: Determine Extended School Year (ESY) Services
Step 14: A Statement of Secondary Transition Service Needs and Needed Transition Services for Students
Step 15: Develop a Statement of Transfer of Parental Rights to the Student Upon Reaching the Age of Majority
Annual Review and Revision of the IEP
Recommendations Upon Declassification
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