The Individualized Education Plan (IEP) is developed first and foremost to benefit the child. The plan sets up an approach for the entire IEP team to follow to ensure the child makes progress towards his/her goals. Everyone involved including all professional s and families must use this document as a guide to identify specific skills that need to be developed. Once the skills are identified, planning on how to accomplish those skills can begin.
The IEP has a particular format that must be followed. This is a requirement that can vary in written format, but all elements must be included. The format is of particular importance because it is necessary that all the elements are followed to better identify the child as well as mark the specific goals the child is expected to achieve by the end of the school year. The goals need to be specific to the child otherwise the IEP does not provide much assistance.
Reference:
Cook, Ruth E., Klein M. Diane, & Tessier, Annette. (2008). Adapting Early Childhood Curricula for Children with Special Needs (7th Edition). Columbus, OH: Pearson Prentice Hall.
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