CIA Special Education Law & IEPs 2

Question 1

Under IDEA, what is the maximum number of days a school can suspend a student with a disability before a manifestation determination review must occur?

Accepted Answer

10 days

Answer

IDEA requires a manifestation determination review when a student with a disability is removed from their placement for more than 10 cumulative school days in a year.

Question 2

Which component of an IEP describes how the student's disability affects their involvement and progress in the general education curriculum?

Accepted Answer

Present levels of academic achievement and functional performance (PLAAFP)

Answer

The PLAAFP statement is the foundation of the IEP and describes how the disability impacts access to and progress in the general curriculum.

Question 3

A parent disagrees with the IEP team's placement decision. Which legal option allows an impartial third party to resolve the dispute without going to court?

Accepted Answer

Requesting a due process hearing

Answer

A due process hearing is conducted by an impartial hearing officer and is the formal legal mechanism under IDEA for resolving IEP disputes.

Question 4

What does the term 'specially designed instruction' mean in the context of IDEA?

Accepted Answer

Adapting content, methodology, or delivery to meet a student's unique needs

Answer

Specially designed instruction means adapting the content, methodology, or delivery of instruction to address the unique needs resulting from a student's disability.

Question 5

An IEP team is writing annual goals for a student. According to IDEA, these goals must be:

Accepted Answer

Measurable and aligned to the student's present levels

Answer

Annual IEP goals must be measurable and directly connected to the student's present levels of performance to allow progress monitoring.

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CIA Special Education Law & IEPs 2