From Compliant Paperwork to IEPs That Drive Growt

This module provides an overview of the procedural and substantive elements of high-quality IEPs. It establishes educator understanding of the components IDEA requires in an IEP and the processes that help teams draft quality IEPs, with an emphasis on the roles and responsibilities of each team member while centering equity and progress for students with disabilities. The focus is on what educators need to know and be able to do to make IEP documents that enable students to make progress toward meaningful goals.

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Who this course is for

  • Special educators and case managers who write and revise IEPs
  • General educators who want to take a more active role in shaping services for their students
  • Related service providers who contribute goals and services
  • Team leads who calibrate IEP quality across a building or district

Educators will be able to

  1. Identify the purpose and components of a high-quality IEP.

  2. Identify the process for developing a high-quality IEP.

  3. Understand the substantive requirements of a high-quality IEP, including the qualities of strong present levels of performance and need statements, as well as meaningful and aligned goals and services/supports.

  4. Explain the importance of measuring and reporting student progress.

  5. Recognize common procedural and substantive errors that impede high-quality IEP development.

Course curriculum

    1. Writing High-Quality IEPs Course Introduction

    2. Opening Self Reflection

    1. Overview and Purpose of IEPs

    2. What is the purpose of an IEP? - Quiz Check

    3. Important Legal Decisions Related to IEPs

    4. More than De Minimis Progress

    5. Procedural and Substantive Requirements

    6. Scenario Practice: Spotting Procedural and Substantive Errors

    7. Why This Matters For Educators

    1. Introduction to the IEP Process

    2. The IEP Process

    3. Meet the IEP Team

    4. Assemble the Team Members Activity

    5. What is Included in the IEP Document?

    1. High-Quality Present Level Statements

      FREE PREVIEW

    2. High-Quality Present Level Statements - Quiz Check

    3. High-Quality Present Level Statement Creation Activity

      FREE PREVIEW

    4. Present Levels as the Foundation of the IEP

    1. Challenging, Ambitious, Measurable Annual Goals

    2. Challenging, Ambitious, Measurable Annual Goals - Quiz Check

    3. Challenging, Ambitious, Measurable Annual Goals Creation Activity

    1. Individualized Services & Supports

    2. Aligning Needs to Services and Placement

    3. Select the Aligned Service Activity

    4. LRE for Tómas Activity

    5. Determining Accommodations and Modifications

About this course

  • $149.00
  • 34 lessons
  • 60-90 minutes

Frequently Asked Questons

  • Is this the same content as the school or district license?

    Yes, the course content is identical. Use this platform to purchase an individual course or bundle license. If you'd like access to an institutional license, please contact [email protected].

  • Do I earn a certificate or professional development credit?

    We are happy to provide completion certificates upon completion of the course. Please connect with our team at [email protected].

  • How long do I have access after I enroll?

    You will have access to the course content for one year after enrollment.

  • What if my school wants to bring this to our whole team?

    We'd love to help you bring this training to your school or district. We offer institutional licenses for a single course and the full bundle, which includes implementation support, office hours, progress reporting, and more.