Special Education Terms

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Special Education

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Specifically designed instruction intended to meet the needs of a child in school.

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Impairment

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The state of being diminished or weakened mentally or physically.

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Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD)

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When the IEP team has a meeting for a child with a disability regarding his or her education.

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Accommodations

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Adjusting or adapting the curriculum, environment, or adding equipment to meet the learner's needs.

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Modification

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An alteration to the current curriculum to meet the needs of the learner, changing what is learned by the learner.

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Individualized Education Program (IEP)

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Education plans that address the individual needs of a child with a learning disability.

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504 Plan

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A result of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, these plans are created by schools to provide children with disabilities the necessary services and support to learn alongside their peers.

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Differentiated Instruction

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Providing students with tailored lessons and activities to meet each child’s interests, strengths, and needs.

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Inclusion

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Providing instruction for a special education student in a general education setting with the assistance and support of special education personnel.

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Giftedness

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Exceptional skills or talent in one or more areas.