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Ad lit.org: Understanding Assessment Options for Idea Eligible Students

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The No Child Left Behind law requires each school test students in Reading/Language Arts & Math each year in grades 3-8, and at least once more in grades 10-12. In some cases, children eligible for Individuals with Disabilities...
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Ld Online: Comparing Section 504 and Idea

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Explaining the details of Section 504 and IDEA, this site describes in-depth the similarities and differences between Section 504 and IDEA. All legal terms and issues within the context of both laws are explained. An excellent resource...
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American Institutes for Research

Center on Response to Intervention: Questions and Answers on Rti and Eis

For Teachers K - 1st
This brief from 2007 describes the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and presents the answers to frequently asked questions regarding RTI and Early Intervening Services. The brief was produced by the U.S. Department of...
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Services in School for Children With Special Needs: What Parents Need to Know

For Students 9th - 10th
The services offered in schools for students with disabilities can sometimes be difficult to understand. This site tells parents what they can do and what options are afforded to them under the law. (March 2011)
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American Institutes for Research

Center on Response to Intervention: Funding Questions and Answers

For Teachers K - 1st
This document provides written responses from the U.S. Department of Education Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) on the use of Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) funds for the implementation of RTI and answers...