• IEPs: Developing High-Quality Individualized Education Programs
Challenge
Initial Thoughts
Perspectives & Resources

What is an IEP?

What is the IEP process?

What is included in the IEP document?

Resources

Wrap Up
Assessment

IEPs: Developing High-Quality Individualized Education Programs

This module details the process of developing high-quality individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities. The module discusses the requirements for IEPs as outlined in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) with implications of the Supreme Court's ruling in Endrew F. v. Douglas County School District (est. completion time: 3 hours).

Note: The content addressed in this module is based on federal law and regulations. State and local education agencies may have additional requirements. The information in this module is not intended to be a replacement for careful study of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and its implementing regulations.

Work through the sections of this module in the order presented in the STAR graphic above.

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