The Complete IEP Guide: How to Advocate for Your Special Ed Child, Fifth Edition

by Lawrence Siegel (2007, Nolo Press, 34.99)
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The Individualized Education Program (IEP) helps assure that every child receives a full education and The Complete IEP Guide is the book parents need to make sure their children get the education they deserve. The book provides all the instructions, resources and forms a parent needs to create an Individualized Education Program for their child with special needs. Readers learn to: understand the law, untangle eligibility rules and assessments, collect school records, pinpoint specific goals, develop a blueprint of programs and services, prepare for IEP meetings, resolve disputes with a school district and more. [8.5” x 11”...402 pages]

Better IEP's: How to Develop Legally Correct and Educationally Useful Programs

by Barbara Bateman and Mary Anne Linden (2006, IEP Resources, 35.00)
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A newly revised and enhanced edition of the ultimate guide to understanding IEPs from a legal standpoint, complete with IDEA 2004 updates. A classic in its field, Better IEPs presents a focused, three-step process that zooms in on the individual student and dismisses out of hand the one-size-fits-all approach that is too often mistaken for proper procedure in today's schools. Gives all educators confidence and know-how to develop competent IEPs. [7" x 9"...276 pages]

From Gobbledygook to Clearly Written Annual Goals

by Barbara Bateman (2007, Attainment Company, 25.00)
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Writing clear, measurable annual IEP goals is a difficult skill to master. The good news is that goal writing is easy once the steps are revealed. Takes actual goals, which were poorly written, and turns them into productive ones. Learn to simplify the process by focusing on just four ideas: Observable behavior, measurable criteria, a given or condition for success, and a final test. [7" x 9"...104 pages]

IEP and Inclusion Tips for Parents and Teachers…Handout Version

by Anne Eason & Kathleen Whitbread (2006,Attainment Company, 12.00)
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Features 127 helpful tips focusing on the IEP and inclusion processes. It looks at inclusion ideas that help students succeed in and out of school. Includes getting prepared for IEP meetings, creating legally correct and educationally sound IEPs, ensuring access to the general curriculum, tracking IEP progress, and forming effective family/school partnerships. A great way to get parents, teachers and administrators to have shared goals. [6.5" x 9"...78 pages]

Success with IEPs: Lessons Learned From Implementing The Middle School Model

by Santo Pino & Dena Hook (2006, Incentive, 14.99)
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Addresses positive ways to meet the needs of all middle school students, especially those with learning disabilities. A middle school principal/director and a parent advocate present practical advice for involving parents and the community, writing successful IEPs, creating flexible schedules, and meeting the needs of all students. Grades 5-8. [7" x 9"...111 pages]

How to Write a Successful IEP: A Step-by-Step Guide For Developing Individual Education Programs

by Dena Hook (2007, Incentive, 4.99)
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This clear, concise guide is designed to walk a teacher or parent through the IEP process in easy-to-follow steps. Each IEP component is carefully explained, and questions are provided to help in writing and evaluating components. A reproducible compliance chart with examples of poorly-written and well-written components will help guide evaluation. The planner also includes convenient checklists for use as the IEP's created in team meetings. Grades K-12. [8.5" x 11"...10 pages]

Nolo's IEP Guide: Learning Disabilities

by Lawrence Siegel (2007, Nolo Press, 29.99)
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Written by an IEP expert, this resource shows parents of special education students how to untangle eligibility rules and assessments, develop effective goals, prepare for IEP meetings, and resolve disputes with the school district. [8.5" x 11"...450 pages]

Writing Measurable IEP Goals and Objectives

by Barbara Bateman (2003, Attainment Company, 25.00)
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A guide the quick and effective writing of accurate and measurable IEP goals and objectives. This book will save you time, and lots of headaches. [7" x 9"...136 pages]

Creating a "Win-Win IEP": for Students with Autism

by Beth Fouse (1999, Future Horizons, 34.95)
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This book is written for parents and families of students with autism. It introduces them first to the complex of initials and special language in the educational world so they may initially understand and communicate effectively. Step-by-step, Dr. Fouse details the legal case studies, and state and federal regulations and other laws which support the necessity for an Individual Education Plan (IEP). It provides the form letters to request, confirm, or appeal the IEP; discusses the parents' rights, the teachers' legal responsibilities, and, even, the danger signals for both teachers and parents so they may avoid problems on their way to a successful plan. It's a bible for anyone going through the IEP process. [8.5” x 11”...268 pages]

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