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Preface | |
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Acknowledgments | |
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About the Authors | |
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Introduction | |
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Foundational Issues in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) | |
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Introduction | |
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Purpose of an IEP | |
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13 Principles of IEP Collaboration | |
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IEP Preparation | |
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Preparation Before the IEP Meeting | |
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Setting Up the IEP Meeting | |
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Giving Notice of an IEP Meeting | |
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When an IEP Meeting Must Be Convened | |
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Helping Students Prepare | |
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Characteristics of an Effective IEP Team Meeting | |
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IEP Participants | |
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IEP Team Members--Roles and Responsibilities | |
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Excusal of Team Members | |
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Questions and Answers About Other IEP Team-Related Topics | |
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IEP Team Meetings | |
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The Team Process | |
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During the Meeting--Focused but Flexible | |
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Guidelines for Running the IEP Meeting | |
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Step-by-Step Development of the IEP | |
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Formulate a Statement of the Student's Present Level of Academic Achievement of Functional Performance | |
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Determine the Four Need Areas | |
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Consideration of Special Factors | |
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Determination of Measurable Annual Goals (Including Academic and Functional Goals) | |
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Reporting Progress Toward the Annual Goals to Parents | |
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Determine the Extent to Which the Student Will Not Be Able to Participate in General Education Programs (LRE Explanation) | |
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Determine Placement Options | |
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Determine Related Services | |
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Determine Program Modifications, Accommodations, Supplementary Aids, and Services | |
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Determine the Need for Assistive Technology Devices and Services | |
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Determine the Supports for School Personnel on Behalf of the Student | |
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Determine the Ability of a Student to Participate in State and District Assessments | |
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Determine Extended School Year (ESY) Services | |
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A Statement of Secondary Transition Service Needs and Needed Transition Services for Students | |
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Develop a Statement of Transfer of Parental Rights to the Student Upon Reaching the Age of Majority | |
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Annual Review and Revision of the IEP | |
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Recommendations Upon Declassification | |
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Appendix: Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004--Section on IEPs (Enrolled as Agreed to or Passed by Both House and Senate) | |
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Glossary | |
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References and Suggested Readings | |
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Index | |