Reference no: EM133929670
Part: The IEP Process
Focus:
Understanding the IEP process with emphasis on family input
Integrating assessment data and family concerns into programming decisions
Practicing collaborative communication and shared decision-making
Assignment 1. Discussion Prompt: 1 page or at least two full paragraphs
Consider a time when a family either struggled or succeeded in advocating for their child during the IEP process. What supports can schools put in place to make families feel like true partners in IEP planning? What role does assessment play in supporting or undermining that partnership? Get expert online assignment help in the USA.
Assignment 2. Collaborative IEP Planning Tool or Resource
Instructions:
Design a family-centered resource or tool to support meaningful collaboration during IEP development. Choose from:
A 1-page family-friendly IEP planning worksheet
A checklist for case managers to ensure family voice is represented
A training handout or guide for teachers on facilitating collaborative IEP meetings
Must include:
2-3 references to assessment practices (formative or summative) that drive IEP goals and services
Language or visuals appropriate for diverse families
Explanation of how the tool addresses barriers for underrepresented families