Pupil Friendly IEPs and Target Sheets

Pupil Friendly IEPs and Target Sheets
Author: Gillian Shotton
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 105
Release: 2009-09-18
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1446202127

Involving children in discussing, planning and reviewing their targets for learning and behaviour is a key element of Every Child Matters (2003) and the Children′s Plan (2007). This new edition of Gillian Shotton′s best selling book, has been updated to include new templates for teachers looking to involve children in writing their Individual Education Plan (IEP), as well as the introduction of target sheets applicable for all primary and secondary students. The resource provides a useful tool for helping teachers put some of the Assessment for Learning strategies into practice. Features of the new edition include: - IEP templates with brand new illustrations - Pupil-friendly target sheets to engage learners in the target setting process - A Pupil Friendly Pastoral Support Programme developed specifically for secondary aged pupils - An Act of Kindness log to encourage and record positive acts in the classroom The accompanying CD Rom provides easy-to-use, engaging and fun templates which allow teachers to truly involve pupils in the planning and reviewing process. These resources can either be printed off as resource sheets to be filled in and coloured in by hand, or they can be filled in on-screen.

Pupil Friendly IEPs

Pupil Friendly IEPs
Author:
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2003-01-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9781904315049

A new edition of this book is available The 2001 Code of Practice made it clear that pupils with SEN should be actively involved in discussing, planning and reviewing their Individual Education Plan (IEP) from an early age. This book is an invaluable tool for doing just that, providing teachers with practical tips and guidance for writing IEPs, and including numerous examples and case histories The accompanying CD-ROM provides engaging, stimulating and, most importantly, fun IEP templates which allow teachers to truly involve pupils in the planning and reviewing process. These resources can be either printed off as full colour illustrated planning sheets, black and white line drawings to be coloured in, or they can be filled in on-screen. Gillian Shotton is an educational psychologist who has developed this programme from her own experience working with both teachers and students.

Understanding, Developing, and Writing Effective IEPs

Understanding, Developing, and Writing Effective IEPs
Author: Roger Pierangelo
Publisher: Corwin Press
Total Pages: 177
Release: 2007-04-06
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1452296812

Written by legal and education experts and aligned with the reauthorization of IDEA 2004, this practical resource provides a step-by-step plan for creating, writing, and evaluating IEPs.

A Practical Approach to Special Education Administration

A Practical Approach to Special Education Administration
Author: James B. Earley
Publisher: Corwin Press
Total Pages: 225
Release: 2022-06-21
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1071877097

"The goal of the authors is to share what they have learned as veteran special education administrators to assist those in the job or looking to move into the job. The comprehensiveness and complexities of the position can be and are at times overwhelming. Throughout their careers the authors made mistakes, and this book with its short chapters and conversational tone provides insight into decision-making and relationship-building. Included are tips like face-to-face interactions and classroom visitations are essential in assisting staff, students, and building principals; and topics such as the importance of parents in the process, the significance of confidentiality, due process, program development, and working with advocates. This book is a critical tool in the special education administrator's box, and provides practical and friendly advice for a difficult job"--

Wrightslaw Special Education Legal Developments and Cases 2019

Wrightslaw Special Education Legal Developments and Cases 2019
Author: Peter Wright
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2020-07-10
Genre:
ISBN: 9781892320001

Wrightslaw Special Education Legal Developments and Cases 2019 is designed to make it easier for you to stay up-to-date on new cases and developments in special education law.Learn about current and emerging issues in special education law, including:* All decisions in IDEA and Section 504 ADA cases by U.S. Courts of Appeals in 2019* How Courts of Appeals are interpreting the two 2017 decisions by the U.S. Supreme Court* Cases about discrimination in a daycare center, private schools, higher education, discrimination by licensing boards in national testing, damages, higher standards for IEPs and "least restrictive environment"* Tutorial about how to find relevant state and federal cases using your unique search terms

The IEP Checklist

The IEP Checklist
Author: Clarissa E. Rosas
Publisher: Paul H Brookes Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2022-09
Genre: Children with disabilities
ISBN: 9781681254746

Doing Research in Special Education

Doing Research in Special Education
Author: Richard Rose
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 189
Release: 2013-10-23
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1134128827

This book incorporates an international perspective of research related to special education across all phases of education. It draws upon the experience and expertise of recognized researchers and practitioners in special education. As a research handbook for practicing teachers this book provides exemplars of good classroom based research practice addressing a broad range of special needs issues. Methods are presented which can be generalized to situations beyond the case studies immediately presented.

Teaching Students With High-Incidence Disabilities

Teaching Students With High-Incidence Disabilities
Author: Mary Anne Prater
Publisher: SAGE Publications
Total Pages: 984
Release: 2016-12-29
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1483390616

To ensure that all students receive quality instruction, Teaching Students with High-Incidence Disabilities prepares preservice teachers to teach students with learning disabilities, emotional behavioral disorders, intellectual disabilities, attention deficit hyperactivity, and high functioning autism. It also serves as a reference for those who have already received formal preparation in how to teach special needs students. Focusing on research-based instructional strategies, Mary Anne Prater gives explicit instructions and includes models throughout in the form of scripted lesson plans. The book also has a broad emphasis on diversity, with a section in each chapter devoted to exploring how instructional strategies can be modified to accommodate diverse exceptional students. Real-world classrooms are brought into focus using teacher tips, embedded case studies, and technology spotlights to enhance student learning.

Building Number Sense Through the Common Core

Building Number Sense Through the Common Core
Author: Bradley S. Witzel
Publisher: Corwin Press
Total Pages: 201
Release: 2012-11-08
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1452279977

Build a lasting foundation for math proficiency right from the start The "math" is on the wall: unless our youngest mathematicians have a solid understanding of number sense, they have little hope of mastering the higher math that lies ahead. This essential resource helps you identify where K-3 students are likely to struggle, and then intervene with smart, targeted instruction. The authors provide: Teaching strategies that build number sense skills, including quantity and cardinality, fact fluency, and more Adaptations for students with specific needs, based on an RTI approach Guidance on measuring number sense through assessments User-friendly charts, tables, and sample math problems

Strategy Instruction for Middle and Secondary Students with Mild Disabilities

Strategy Instruction for Middle and Secondary Students with Mild Disabilities
Author: Greg Conderman
Publisher: Corwin Press
Total Pages: 305
Release: 2013-02-14
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1452277001

Teach your students learning strategies that will last a lifetime! Beyond facts and figures, special educators must teach their students how to learn: a skill that will sustain them for a lifetime. Offering an innovative organization, this book explains strategies within context and features: The most effective ways to teach vocabulary, reading, written language, math, and science Instructional strategies known to improve study skills, textbook skills, and self-regulation Informal assessments for each content or skill Case studies that link assessment results, IEP goals, and learning strategies Ready-to-use forms, think-alouds, and application activities