IEP
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Elapsed Time Part 2 – IEP Objective

I previously posted a scaffolded handout and (subsequently posted) for identifying elapsed time between times on a pair of presented clocks (see image below of a page from the handout.) A parent asked for a possible IEP objective. Here is one, along with some explanation. Let’s start with a real life scenario many of our…
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New IEP for CT

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Stratford SEPTA Presentation: Making Math Accessible for All Students
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Standards vs Deficits and Long Range Plans
I’ve had discussions with multiple caregivers and parents recently about IEP objectives and evaluation/assessment. I think this is not only an important issue but is an issue that is a foundation for special education. The purpose of special education, as established in IDEA, is outcome based. The focus is on the future life of the…
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Evaluating the Effectiveness of Math Objectives
The math objectives present in the photos on this post were written for former students of mine. These types of objectives are ineffective and ubiquitous. When I have sat in IEP meetings the majority of the time I am the only person who is capable of evaluating IEP math objectives. This post provides some guidance…
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Standards Based IEP Math Objectives
If you find this helpful, maybe consider making a small donation to help build an accessible playscape for children with disabilities. In my 21 years in working as a math teacher (with 6 that focused on special education) I have rarely seen IEP objectives for math that are directly aligned with the math curriculum that…
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Presentation Handouts for CDSC Convention Presentation on Navigating the IEP
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Video Presentation on Advocating for Effective Services Using the IEP
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Links for documents presented at parent workshops
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Simsbury SEPTO Presentation Feb 10, 2016