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Individualized Education Program (IEP) Flashcards

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  1. Which of the following is an example of a related service under IDEA?

    Answer: Speech-language therapy

    Related services such as speech-language therapy, occupational therapy, and counseling are provided to help students with disabilities benefit from special education instruction.

  2. At what age must transition planning be included in a student's IEP under IDEA?

    Answer: Age 16

    IDEA requires that transition services be included in the IEP no later than when the student turns 16, focusing on post-secondary goals in education, employment, and independent living.

  3. What is the key difference between an accommodation and a modification in an IEP?

    Answer: Accommodations change how content is accessed without altering expectations; modifications change the actual content or performance standards

    Accommodations change how a student accesses or demonstrates learning without altering content standards, while modifications change the actual content or performance expectations.

  4. What is a Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)?

    Answer: A structured plan that addresses the function of challenging behavior and teaches replacement behaviors

    A BIP is developed from a Functional Behavior Assessment and outlines proactive strategies, replacement behaviors, and reinforcement systems to address challenging behaviors.

  5. What is the primary role of the general education teacher in an IEP meeting?

    Answer: To provide information about grade-level curriculum and general education supports available

    The general education teacher contributes expertise on grade-level standards, typical peer performance, and the supports and modifications available in the general education setting.

  6. What are supplementary aids and services in the context of an IEP?

    Answer: Aids, services, and supports that enable students with disabilities to be educated alongside non-disabled peers to the maximum extent appropriate

    Supplementary aids and services are supports provided in general education and other settings to allow students with disabilities to participate alongside non-disabled peers whenever appropriate.

  7. How must an IEP team determine appropriate placement for a student with a disability?

    Answer: Based on the student's individual needs as documented in the IEP, with a preference for the least restrictive environment

    Placement must be individualized based on the student's unique needs as identified in the IEP and must prioritize educating the student alongside non-disabled peers to the maximum extent appropriate.