Assignment Content
As an educator, you will likely need to attend and participate in an individualized education plan (IEP) meeting for your students. This assignment gives you an opportunity to preview an IEP meeting to better understand this part of the special education process.
Part 1: IEP Simulation
Follow these instructions to access the interactive IEP Simulator:
Access the Special Education page on the COE Central website.
Scroll down to the middle of the page, and select IEP Simulator.
As you complete the IEP Simulator, you will be prompted to download an IEP Draft Form and an Observations and Assessment Results document.
Complete the IEP Draft Form.
Part 2: Report
Based on the IEP Simulator, write a 350- to 700-word report for Steven’s parent or guardian in which you:
Explain which required and optional stakeholders may attend an initial IEP meeting and what their roles are.
Explain why Steven is being considered for services.
Identify the category of special education services Steven is eligible for, and explain how the category of special education services was determined.
Identify Steven’s measurable annual goals for reading, writing, and math.
Provide an example of how you would accommodate or modify each of Steven’s goals.
Discuss any statewide or district test accommodations Steven is eligible for.
Submit your completed IEP Draft Form and report.
