Why can t adequate yearly progress for students with disabilities be determined by the attainment of their IEP goals?
A. There are several reasons why IEP goals are not appropriate for school accountability purposes. In general, IEP goals are individualized for each student and may cover a range of needs beyond reading/language arts and mathematics, such as behavior and social skills.They are not necessarily aligned with state standards, and they are not designed to ensure consistent judgments about schools a fundamental requirement for AYP determinations.The IEP is used to provide parents with information about their child s progress and for making individualized decisions about the special education and related services a student needs to succeed. Assessments used for school accountability purposes must be aligned to state content and achievement standards.
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- What is meant by the requirement to include goals based on grade level in the IEP of students in order for them to participate in the modified assessment coming in Spring of 2010?
- Why can t adequate yearly progress for students with disabilities be determined by the attainment of their IEP goals?
- Are students with disabilities included in their states adequate yearly progress (AYP) requirements?
