IEP accomodations and modifications?

Question

I am looking for a website where i can go to see a list of accomodations and modifications that can be used in the IEP for behavior problems at school. I have been to wrightslaw.com along with many others but I am not finding what I am looking for there. I want an actual list of IEP accomodations and modificatations for behavior prblems such oppositional defiant, adhd, and such. I know the IEp has to be individualized but there has to be something out there that lists some of the suggested ones or ones others have used to give me an idea. Thanks so much!

Answer 1

Typically modification/ accommodations specific to behavior problems are included with the IEP as a Positive Behavior Support Plan or Behavior Support plan (PBSP or BSP). It is typically a separate document that is attached to the IEP. The general idea of the plan if done correctly is it provides that adults with in the environments changes they have to make to the environment or their behavior. Generally speaking it includes the problem behavior how frequently and under what conditions it occurs. A hypothesis or analysis as to the function of the behavior escape, avoidance, gaining attention, tangibles, frustration, communication deficit etc. Then it sets to point out specific interventions that will occur behavior the problem behavior ever occurs.. what appropriate replacement behaviors or new skills does the child need to learn to better meet the function or purpose of the behavior. What changes can be made in the environment, teaching, work load to avoid problems? How will we reinforce/ reward the student for being successfully and lastly what strategies will be used to address the problem if it occurs again.

Trying searching for Behavior Support Plans.. the best website that has forms for a plan (although developed for California can be used anywhere) is www.pent.ca.gov.

These plans can typically be done by a school psychologist or behavior specialist in district. You can specifically request a functional behavior assessment (FBA) if your child has behavior impeding his/ her learning which is the foundation for writing the behavior plan. It is mandated in IDEA and the legal requirements can be found at wrightslaw as well as the pent website.

Answer 2

You will NOT find lists of accomodations under disibility catagories - you will find them only done within the specifics of a particular students needs.  

There is a product by Firelight books that is a 'wheel' where specific kinds of behaviors are on the outside and if you put the arrow on that behavior there are some pre-interventions.  You might find that usefull

http://www.firelightbooks.com/items.asp?...

Answer 3

Are you a professional writing or contributing to an IEP?  If you're unsure of what accommodations and modifications to use, ask your special education supervisor or a mentor colleague.  When I was in my first year teaching, I had a hard time and turned to a mentor of mine for guidance.  It really helped out.  

If you're a parent trying to research specific accommodations and modifications, I'm unsure of where to send you via the Internet.  Sorry I couldn't help in that area.

Answer 4

Try sped.about.com

nichcy.org

see if that is along the lines you are looking for.

also maybe some of the psychological websites for children with behavioral issues.

Answer 5

Think about what you do for your child at home. Is there a time out place he gets to go to in order to calm down? Then that should be in his IEP. Do you use the 1-2-3 strategy? Put it in the IEP. Also, your child's pediatrician, or the person who diagnosed him/her should be able to give you modifications that can be used in the classroom. The chilc study team should also have an idea of the child's needs. The parent should NOT be the only one putting modifications in the IEP. Good luck!

Answer 6

Even though there are certain things on these lists to be used for accoms and mods, these are not the ONLY things you can ask for to be put on IEP plan.

Really, you can ask for ANYTHING you believe the child needs. THe IEP team has the legal right to accept or reject what you ask for.

WHen they do this, then they are to give parent a 'prior written notice' listing the reasons for their decisions.