Students with Learning Difficulties By Kevin Beebe
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Observation and Identification:
Monitor student performance and behavior.
Identify struggling students who may require extra support.
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Preliminary Intervention and Support:
Implement classroom-based interventions to address student's difficulties.
Monitor the student's response to interventions.
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Communication:
Communicate concerns with parents and school support staff (like school counselor, psychologist, etc.).
Discuss student's difficulties and intervention strategies.
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Referral for Evaluation:
If the student continues to struggle despite interventions, initiate a referral for a special education evaluation.
Obtain parent's consent for the evaluation.
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Evaluation:
Conduct a comprehensive evaluation in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team.
Identify the student's unique needs and determine eligibility for special education services.
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IEP Development:
Develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP) in collaboration
with the student's parents and other school personnel.
Define goals and appropriate accommodations/supports for the student.
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Implementation of IEP:
Implement the IEP in the classroom.
Provide special education services and accommodations as stipulated in the IEP.
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Monitoring and Review:
Regularly monitor student's progress towards IEP goals.
Conduct annual reviews and necessary revisions of the IEP.
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Parent and Community Involvement:
Keep parents informed and involved in their child's educational progress.
Engage community resources and supports as necessary.