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Enhancing Family Participation in the IFSP/IEP Process
Series of handouts developed by the Kansas Inservice Training System at the Kansas University Affiliated Program. Reviews options for family participation, preparing families for the IEP/IFSP process, IEP/IFSP meetings, and resources.
"IEP Team Tips for Success"
Article by Claire Liddle printed in the Howard County, MD, Public School System's Office of Special Education 2001 Newsletter. Provides tips for ensuring positive IEP meetings.
CLAS Review Guidelines
Developed by the Early Childhood Research Institute on Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS). Provides guidelines for selecting culturally and linguistically appropriate materials, including assessments, intervention, and IFSP/IEP resources.
"Choosing an Assessment and Intervention Method with the LINKing Model"
Article published in May 2002 issue of The Preview: Early Childhood Edition, a free newsletter published by Brookes Publishing. Highlights Dr. Stephen Bagnato's LINKing method for selecting linked assessment and intervention programs. Cover eight criteria for selecting the right tools for an intervention program.
"Developmental and Behavioral Screening"
Article by Frances P. Glascoe, Ph.D., and Henry L. Shapiro, M.D. on the web site of the organization Pediatric Development and Behavior. Provides an explanation of several screening tools that may be used by pediatricians.
Measurement and Evaluation: Criterion- versus Norm-Referenced Testing
Chart adapted from Educational Evaluation, by J. W. Popham, posted by
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA): Eligibility, IEPs and Placement
Answers to frequently asked questions developed by The Arc. Covers questions on eligibility for services, IEPs, and placement decisions.
Alternate Assessment: Questions & Answers
Document created by Carol B. Massanari, Ph.D., and posted on the IDEA Practices web site.
"The Risks and Opportunities of the IEP Requirements Under IDEA '97"
Article by Dixie Snow Huefner printed in the Winter 2000 issue of Journal of Special Education. Analyzes changes to the IEP requirements and their implications for the effective delivery of special education and related services.
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