LibGuides: SE-5005 v3: Module 3 Lesson 7 Resources

Module 3 Lesson 7 Resources

The Law and Special Education

Yell, M. L. (2018). The law and special education (5th ed.). Pearson Education Inc.

Read Chapter 10. This chapter examines the legal requirements of the IEP and addresses the many cases that have been litigated due to IEP-related issues. The information in this chapter will be helpful in creating your IEP and analysis.

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IEP Case Study - Toby
Use this case about a hypothetical student for this module's assignment.

Considerations for IEP Development
The IRIS Center. (2019, March 14). Considerations for IEP development [Video file].
This narration from the IRIS Center features Dr. Jim Schriner as he outlines the four types of services that must be included in the IEP and the documentation requirements for these services. Watch the video carefully as it will assist in developing your IEP for this lesson’s assignment.
10 Things Never to Say in an IEP Meeting
Croyle, K. (2019). 10 Things never to say in an IEP meeting. AASA.
Use this helpful article written by a special education lawyer to help you understand the impact of what you say in an IEP meeting and the legal ramifications of seemingly simple statements that might be made. This may also be helpful as you look at issues in special education for the signature assignment.

Optional Resources

Sample IEP
This example of an IEP may assist you in completing this module's assignment.

Annual Goals in the IEP
Center for Parent Information and Resources. (2017, September). Annual goals in the IEP.
This webpage from the Center for Parent Information and Resources provides many useful links to writing IEP goals that are measurable and stem from the present levels of performance.
The Key to Reasonably Calculated IEPs
Yell, M. (2019, November 26). The key to reasonably calculated IEPs [Video file]. 2019 Special Education Law Conference.
The author of your text, Dr. Mitchell Yell, addresses the key components of IEPs with an emphasis on how to write measurable goals that meet the IDEA requirements.