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IEP#1

An Individualized Education Program is a customized plan developed for students with disabilities to ensure their educational needs are met.

Special Education#2

Tailored educational services designed to support students with disabilities, ensuring they receive appropriate instruction and resources.

Assessment#3

A systematic process to evaluate a student's strengths, challenges, and needs to inform educational planning.

Differentiated Instruction#4

Teaching strategies that adapt to diverse learners' needs, ensuring all students can access and engage with the curriculum.

Collaboration#5

Working together with parents, educators, and specialists to support a student's learning and development.

SMART Goals#7

Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound objectives used to guide student progress in IEPs.

Accommodations#8

Adjustments made in teaching methods or testing conditions to support students' learning needs without altering the curriculum.

Modifications#9

Changes made to the curriculum expectations to accommodate a student's specific needs.

Stakeholders#10

Individuals involved in the IEP process, including teachers, parents, administrators, and specialists.

Progress Monitoring#11

Regularly assessing a student's performance to ensure they are making adequate progress towards their IEP goals.

Inclusive Education#12

An educational approach where students with disabilities learn alongside their peers in general education settings.

Transition Planning#13

Preparing students with disabilities for life after school, including post-secondary education, employment, and independent living.

Individualized Instruction#14

Tailoring teaching methods and learning experiences to meet the unique needs of each student.

Behavioral Interventions#15

Strategies implemented to improve a student's behavior and support their learning in the classroom.

IEP Team#16

A group of individuals, including educators and parents, who collaborate to develop and implement a student's IEP.

Eligibility Criteria#17

Specific requirements that a student must meet to qualify for special education services.

FAPE#18

Free Appropriate Public Education, a legal requirement ensuring students with disabilities receive necessary educational services.

LRE#19

Least Restrictive Environment, the principle that students with disabilities should be educated with their non-disabled peers to the maximum extent appropriate.

Culturally Responsive Teaching#20

An approach that recognizes and incorporates students' cultural backgrounds into the learning process.

Peer Review#21

The process of evaluating a colleague's work to provide constructive feedback and improve the quality of IEPs.

Reflective Practice#22

The process of self-evaluation and reflection on teaching practices to enhance professional growth.

Case Studies#23

In-depth examinations of individual students' experiences used to inform best practices in IEP development.

Team Meetings#24

Regular gatherings of the IEP team to discuss a student's progress, needs, and adjustments to the IEP.

Individualized Support#25

Tailored assistance provided to meet the specific needs of a student with disabilities.