Getting to Know Your IEP Activity

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) outlines seven required components of an individualized education program (IEP) (Section 300.320). Although these components are essential parts of the IEP, where they appear in the IEP document varies significantly across the nation and can be challenging to identify. This activity is intended to help educators and administrators review and analyze their local IEP document to ensure they understand where each required component appears. The activity should be facilitated by a knowledge facilitator. It is expected to take between 25-65 minutes to complete the activity, depending on the needs of participants. The activity facilitator guide provides an overview of the activity, materials needed, suggested agendas for the activity, and key ideas to reinforce within the activity. An accompanying participant handout can be used to support participants in completing the activity.