Description

🎙️ In this episode, we kick off a six-part series dedicated to exploring the intricacies of the IEP (Individualized Education Program) process. Today’s focus is on a common scenario at IEP meetings: the verbal presentation of evaluation results. Ever been in a meeting where someone reads the report word for word? I share my experiences and offer practical tips for handling this situation effectively.

Episode Highlights:

• Introduction: I open up about a memorable IEP meeting where the evaluation report was read word for word, and the impact it had on the attendees.
• Is Reading Word for Word Appropriate? My perspective on when it’s appropriate to read directly from the report—spoiler alert: it’s rare.
• Three Tips for Handling Word-for-Word Reading:

Personal Anecdote:
I recount a situation where a consultant’s presentation took twice as long due to reading and summarizing. I share how a thoughtful conversation with the behaviorist led to a more efficient and parent-friendly presentation style in future meetings.

Key Takeaways:

• Understanding the impact of reading reports word for word.
• Practical tips for improving the effectiveness of IEP meetings.
• The importance of offering support and constructive feedback to assessors.

Additional Resources:
For more insights on explaining evaluation results, visit our resource page: Explaining Results. Feel free to share these with colleagues who might benefit from this information.

Stay Tuned:
Join me for Part 2 of this series, where we will dive deeper into another critical aspect of the IEP process.

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