Special Educators Look to Allign IEP's to Common Core Standards

Published January 12th

I think this article examines the next logical step in the current, on going process in many states to create common core standards in each subject at every grade level. Students on IEP's  should be striving to reach the core standards and breaking down each standard into small parts that these students can work toward is key. It is true that many SPED students may not be able to meet every standard at every grade level, but it is important to focus on some of the important standards and then allow these students different ways to show their mastery of the skill. The ultimate goal is to prepare SPED students, just like any other student, to be successful in their post -school lives. These students should be challenged and pushed in general curriculum, but provided the assistance and accomodations necessary to meet these goals.