Full Description
This book is a step-by-step guide describing how to perform an independent educational evaluation for children with special needs. Chapters provide crucial suggestions for how to navigate conflict between parents and school officials.
Educational Evaluations of Children With Special Needs describes how to perform an independent educational evaluation for children with special needs. Chapters describe the suggested format and content of initial meetings with parents and school officials, the assessment and evaluation process, how to piece together the final report, and additional issues that arise after the final settlement, including testimony in due process hearings. They also carefully outline the evaluator amp rsquo s responsibilities under the law.
Perhaps most importantly, they provide crucial suggestions for how evaluators can navigate conflict that often arises between parents and school officials, while remaining focused on providing the best possible education for all children.
Contents
Introduction
Context and History of Special Education Evaluations
Law, Ethics, and Competence
Referral, Clinical Interview, and Psychological Assessment
Concluding Evaluation and Feedback
Final Report
Presenting in Due Process Hearings and Postruling Interactions
Afterword
Appendix A: Sample Independent Educational Evaluation Report
Appendix B: Independent Educational Evaluation: Parents' Agreement
Appendix C: Summary of Independent Educational Evaluation for Parents
Appendix D: Common Mistakes to Avoid While Conducting Independent Educational Evaluations
References
Index
About the Authors
