FAPE (Free Appropriate Public Education)
FAPE (Free Appropriate Public Education) What is FAPE? Definition of FAPE is grounded in the idea that students with disabilities are entitled to an…
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Least restrictive environment (LRE)
Least restrictive environment (LRE) The Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) is a foundational principle in special education that aims to educate students with disabilities alongside…
Read moreIndependent educational evaluations (IEE)
Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE) What is an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) Definition and purpose An Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) is an evaluation of a…
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Prior Written Notice Definition and Purpose What is Prior Written Notice (PWN)? Prior Written Notice is a formal document issued by a school or…
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Due process in special education What is Due Process in Special Education? Definition and purpose Due process in special education refers to the formal…
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Manifestation Determination Reviews What is Manifestation Determination? Definition Manifestation determination is a formal review process used when a student with a disability faces certain…
Read moreTransition planning for adulthood
Transition planning for adulthood Overview What is transition planning? Transition planning is a proactive, participatory process that guides young people from childhood and adolescence…
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Assistive Technology evaluation Introduction What is assistive technology (AT)? Assistive technology encompasses devices, services, and systems that help people with disabilities participate more fully…
Read moreAccommodations vs Modifications
Accommodations vs Modifications Understanding how to support diverse learners involves recognizing the difference between accommodations and modifications. Both approaches are designed to help students…
Read morePresent levels of performance (PLOP)
Present Levels of Performance (PLOP) What is Present Levels of Performance (PLOP)? Definition and purpose of PLOP Present Levels of Performance (PLOP) is a…
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