Special Education Vocabulary version 1

neurodevelopmental condition which can affect learning, problem solving, and judgement

Changes in format, timing, or scheduling that do not alter in any significant way what a test measures

a series of activities that help students with disabilities move from school to adult life

an item, piece of equipment or software system that is used to provide a more equitable education for a child

Supports that help children with a disability benefit from special education. Ex- therapy, counseling, transportation

 a principle that ensures students with disabilities are educated in general education classrooms whenever possible

Assurance that no information contained in school records be released without parental permission

practice of educating children with a disability in the school and/or classroom he or she would typically attend

 Permission from the parent as required by law for assessment, release of records, and implementation of services

legally binding document that includes instructional goals and special education services for an individual student

a formal process used to resolve disputes between a parent and a school district regarding special education services

Procedures used by qualified personnel to determine whether a child has a disability

A person with extensive knowledge of special ed who helps students and families navigate the special education system

a request for an evaluation that a child might need special education services

a type of instruction that's tailored to meet the needs of a specific student who has a disability

non-traditional way of evaluating student learning which can include projects or presentations, instead of written exams

FAPE

Educational plan written to provide special education services to a student who attends a private school

An inability or incapacity to perform a task or activity

a form of therapy that encourages rehabilitation through the performance of activities required in daily life