Nes 9 (ch. 4)QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS WGU D169 ALREADY
PASSED
The IEP is the cornerstone of special education. It describes the individualized educational program
necessary to meet the needs of a student with a disability that warrants specialized instruction. The IEP
creates an opportunity for parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, related services personnel, and
students (when appropriate) to work together to improve educational results. For some students, the IEP
may also include a behavioral intervention plan, transition plan, or other individualized plan. - correct
answer ✔✔
Parents'/guardians' roles include providing information regarding their children's abilities, preferences,
and needs; offering input regarding instructional strategies and supports that may be effective; and
monitoring student progress. If parents/guardians do not agree with the IEP or placement, they can
discuss their concerns with members of the IEP team and try to come to an agreement. If no agreement
can easily be reached, parents/guardians or the school can ask for mediation. If the initial mediation is
unsuccessful, parents/guardians may file a complaint with the state agency or request a due process
hearing. - correct answer ✔✔The parents/guardians of a child with a disability.
The general curriculum
Information about strategies that have been used
Aids, services, or changes (accommodations and modifications) to the educational program that would
help the student learn and achieve
Suggestions for support for school staff
Strategies to help the student with behavior, if behavior is an issue - correct answer ✔✔At least one
general education teacher who instructs the student (if the student is, or may be, participating in the
general education environment). The role of the general education teacher is to bring knowledge
regarding
The student's strengths
Any parental concerns
, Data from recent evaluations of the student
Whether behavioral interventions and supports are necessary
How the language needs of a student with limited English proficiency are related to the IEP
Whether instruction in Braille is necessary for a student with a visual impairment
Whether the student needs assistive technology devices and services
What the language and communication needs are for a student who is deaf or hard of hearing - correct
answer ✔✔Special Factors for Consideration
When developing a student's IEP, the IEP team must together consider the following factors, among
others:
A statement of the student's present levels of academic achievement and functional performance. This
statement should specify how the student's disability affects the student's involvement and progress in
the general education curriculum and classroom activities.
A statement of measurable annual goals, including academic and functional goals that enable the
student to be involved in and make progress in the general education curriculum. If a student's behavior
impedes his or her learning, or the learning of others, the IEP should include a behavioral intervention
plan.
A description of how the student's progress toward meeting the annual goals will be measured,
summarized, and reported to parents/guardians
A statement of special education and related services, and supplementary aids that will be provided to
the student
ANSWERS WGU D169 ALREADY
PASSED
The IEP is the cornerstone of special education. It describes the individualized educational program
necessary to meet the needs of a student with a disability that warrants specialized instruction. The IEP
creates an opportunity for parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, related services personnel, and
students (when appropriate) to work together to improve educational results. For some students, the IEP
may also include a behavioral intervention plan, transition plan, or other individualized plan. - correct
answer ✔✔
Parents'/guardians' roles include providing information regarding their children's abilities, preferences,
and needs; offering input regarding instructional strategies and supports that may be effective; and
monitoring student progress. If parents/guardians do not agree with the IEP or placement, they can
discuss their concerns with members of the IEP team and try to come to an agreement. If no agreement
can easily be reached, parents/guardians or the school can ask for mediation. If the initial mediation is
unsuccessful, parents/guardians may file a complaint with the state agency or request a due process
hearing. - correct answer ✔✔The parents/guardians of a child with a disability.
The general curriculum
Information about strategies that have been used
Aids, services, or changes (accommodations and modifications) to the educational program that would
help the student learn and achieve
Suggestions for support for school staff
Strategies to help the student with behavior, if behavior is an issue - correct answer ✔✔At least one
general education teacher who instructs the student (if the student is, or may be, participating in the
general education environment). The role of the general education teacher is to bring knowledge
regarding
The student's strengths
Any parental concerns
, Data from recent evaluations of the student
Whether behavioral interventions and supports are necessary
How the language needs of a student with limited English proficiency are related to the IEP
Whether instruction in Braille is necessary for a student with a visual impairment
Whether the student needs assistive technology devices and services
What the language and communication needs are for a student who is deaf or hard of hearing - correct
answer ✔✔Special Factors for Consideration
When developing a student's IEP, the IEP team must together consider the following factors, among
others:
A statement of the student's present levels of academic achievement and functional performance. This
statement should specify how the student's disability affects the student's involvement and progress in
the general education curriculum and classroom activities.
A statement of measurable annual goals, including academic and functional goals that enable the
student to be involved in and make progress in the general education curriculum. If a student's behavior
impedes his or her learning, or the learning of others, the IEP should include a behavioral intervention
plan.
A description of how the student's progress toward meeting the annual goals will be measured,
summarized, and reported to parents/guardians
A statement of special education and related services, and supplementary aids that will be provided to
the student
