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Individualized Education Program (IEP) Flashcards

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  1. Which of the following members is REQUIRED to be part of an IEP team under IDEA?

    Answer: Parent or guardian

    IDEA mandates that parents or guardians are required members of the IEP team to ensure family involvement in all educational decisions.

  2. At minimum, how often must an IEP be reviewed and updated under IDEA?

    Answer: Annually

    IDEA requires that each student's IEP be reviewed and revised at least annually to ensure goals remain appropriate and services remain effective.

  3. What does FAPE stand for in the context of special education?

    Answer: Free Appropriate Public Education

    FAPE stands for Free Appropriate Public Education, guaranteeing students with disabilities receive education at no cost that is tailored to meet their individual needs.

  4. Which section of the IEP describes what a student can currently do academically and functionally?

    Answer: Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP)

    The PLAAFP section documents the student's current performance and serves as the baseline from which all measurable annual goals are developed.

  5. What is the primary purpose of measurable annual goals in an IEP?

    Answer: To establish targets for the student's progress over the school year

    Measurable annual goals set specific, observable targets for what the student is expected to achieve within one year based on their current levels of performance.

  6. Within how many calendar days must a school develop an IEP after a student is determined eligible for special education services?

    Answer: 30 days

    Under IDEA, schools must develop an initial IEP within 30 calendar days of a student being determined eligible for special education services.

  7. Which of the following best describes 'specially designed instruction' as used in an IEP?

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

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