Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a customized plan designed to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities. The IEP team, consisting of parents, special education teachers, general education teachers, and other relevant personnel, collaborates to develop specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) goals and short-term objectives for the student. This article discusses the […]
Are you looking to implement social pragmatic goals in speech therapy? Read on for some helpful information and ideas. Many of the populations we work with as speech-language pathologists (SLPs), including individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID), traumatic brain injuries (TBI), attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD), developmental language disorder (DLD), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and those with […]
All children are required to solve-problems throughout their school day. Most curricula, be it the Common Core State Standards (CCSS), or various social emotional learning programs, require students to solve problems. Social communication skills also rely heavily on children’s ability to recognize and solve problems. This is why some students have problem solving goals for […]
Fine motor skills are needed in the classroom and in daily life. Children will receive an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) for fine motor problems in school once found eligible. Fine motor IEP goals give students a target to work toward in helping students meet their educational needs. Children need strong hand muscles and a pincer […]
Science can be a difficult subject for many students, especially those who struggle with academics. It can also be extremely rewarding for students who are able to achieve success in this subject. If your students receive special education services, it’s important to consider including science goals in their IEP. By setting specific science IEP goals, […]
Special education teachers often have the job of working with and developing written expression goals for students with IEPs. Many teachers feel that it’s important to target this skill in order to help their students communicate more effectively. However, setting achievable goals can be a challenge. Here are some tips for developing effective written expression […]
Picture this: Your student has just graduated from high school and is starting their first day of work or college. This is a huge accomplishment and something to be proud of, but it’s also the beginning of a new journey. As a teacher, you’ve been with your student through thick and thin, supporting them every […]
When it comes to anxiety, everyone experiences it differently. For some people, just the thought of having to speak in front of an unfamiliar adult or group of people can make their heart race and their palms sweat. For others, social events, busy environments, lack of personal space, or unexpected behavior from others can be […]
As a teacher, you always want what’s best for your students. But when it comes to IEP goals, sometimes it can be tough to know the best path for each student. One way to help ensure that your students’ individual needs are met is by helping them learn to advocate for themselves. Here are some […]
Behavior IEP goals are an important part of any student’s Individualized Education Program. These goals help to ensure that a student is able to succeed in school and get the most out of their education. These goals may be more challenging to set than goals for students in the general education setting. There are a […]