IEP goals

What is the primary purpose of measurable annual goals in a child's Individualized Education Program (IEP) as outlined by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)?

• To ensure the child receives the same curriculum as peers without disabilities.

• To describe what the student is reasonably expected to accomplish over a 12-month period to make progress in the general education curriculum.

• To identify the child's current academic and functional performance levels.

• To provide a legal document for parents to monitor their child's progress.

What is the initial step an IEP team takes when beginning the process of writing measurable annual goals?

• Identify relevant academic standards for the student's grade level.

• Discuss the student's expected achievements over the next 12 months.

• Start with the academic and functional needs identified in the Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP) statement.

• Select appropriate measuring tools for progress monitoring.

What is the essential relationship between a student's Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP) statement and their annual goals?

• The PLAAFP serves as the rationale for the goals and must have a direct correlation with them.

• The PLAAFP outlines future achievements, while goals describe current performance.

• The PLAAFP and goals are independent documents that do not require direct correlation.

• The PLAAFP is only used for academic needs, while goals cover functional needs.

Which of the following is an example of a functional skill that might be included in a student's goals?

• Solving complex mathematical problems.

• Using public transportation independently.

• Writing a persuasive essay.

• Analyzing historical documents.

What is a key requirement for an Individualized Education Program (IEP) according to the Endrew F. Supreme Court case?

• The IEP must be reasonably calculated to enable a child to make progress appropriate in light of their circumstances.

• The IEP should primarily focus on ensuring the child meets minimum academic standards.

• The IEP team is not required to provide a detailed explanation for their decisions.

• The IEP should only include goals that are easily achievable to build confidence.