The Collaborative IEP
Working Together for Life-Changing Special Education
Geared toward a collaborative approach, this book equips educators to write effective individualized education plans (IEPs). The authors break down IEPs to provide a practical working knowledge of how collaborative teams can create stronger IEPs, leading to more robust instruction and learning.
Create effective individualized education plans for student success
Individualized education plans (IEPs) have the potential and responsibility of providing individuals with the highest level of learning opportunities. In this guide, discover the essential steps and vital understandings for team members to create student-centered IEPs. This book simplifies the IEP writing process and provides practical strategies and structures that can help general and special education teachers write compliant and effective IEPs for students.
K–12 teachers and special education teachers can use this book to:
- Gain practical working knowledge of IEPs and why collaborative teams are needed to develop strong ones
- Understand how to use a future-based approach to immediately improve their support of students
- Ponder the landmark Endrew F. v. Douglas County School District case’s ramifications on special education
- Recognize how to meaningfully engage students’ parents and guardians in the IEP process
- Consider chapter-ending reflection questions as opportunities for discussion and action
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“Every educator who believes in the potential of their students needs The Collaborative IEP on their bookshelf.”
“This book shows the way to ensure collaboration by all for all students with individualized education plans.”
“This book’s impact on improving team collaboration and effectiveness in special education indeed makes it a must-have for educators and administrators alike.”