Revised editon of: IEPs : writing quality individualized education programs.

Includes bibliographical references.

Introduction: Special education and the individualized education program meet our students -- STEP1 Describe the student's present levels of academic achievement and functional performance -- STEP 2 Write measurable annual goals -- STEP 3 Measure and report student progress -- STEP 4 State the services needed to achieve annual goals -- STEP 5 Explain the extent, if any, to which the student will not participate with nondisabled students in the regular class and in extracurricular and other nonacademic activities -- STEP 6 Explain accommodations necessary to measure academic achievement and functional performance on state- and district-wide assessments -- STEP 7 Complete a transition plan for students aged 16 and older.

"The author designed this guide for anyone involved in the special education of students with disabilities. It is useful for parents, preservice and inservice education professionals, and others who support families or provide services to these students. We know that many of you regularly serve, or will serve, on teams that provide educational services to students with disabilities, and you will likely be responsible for contributing to the development of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). This guide will facilitate your collaborative work on these teams"-- Provided by publisher.