A New I.D.E.A. for Special Education, Revised Edition

A New I.D.E.A. for Special Education, Revised Edition seeks to help educators and parents better understand the Individual with Disabilities in Education Act (reauthorized Fall, 2004), the law governing Special Education. The information presented is intended to help guide the child through the system.

The video addresses the new legal framework and what it means to the everyday classroom experience. It also stresses the collaborative relationship between parents and educators.

Topics covered include the New Law; the referral process into the special education system; the evaluation process of a child; creating an individualized education program; placement and related services; preparing for transition, discipline, meditation, and standardized testing.

The changes affect everyone, both regular and special educators and most importantly, the students.

Available As: DVD
Produced By: Edvantage Media, Inc.
Running Time: 45 minutes