Understanding IDA and Special Education

The video provides an overview of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDA), its principles, and how it is implemented in schools. It covers the major parts of IDA, including educational requirements and early interventions. The video also explains the special education process, key acronyms, and the importance of Individualized Education Programs (IEP) and Least Restrictive Environment (LRE). Additionally, it discusses training and compliance under IDA.

What is the primary purpose of the IDA?

• To fund sports programs in schools

• To support private school education

• To ensure educational needs of students with disabilities are met

• To provide funding for all public schools

Which part of the IDA focuses on early interventions for children from birth to age 2?

• Part A

• Part B

• Part C

• Part D

What is the first step in the special education process?

• The child is identified as possibly needing special education

• Progress is measured and reported

• The child is evaluated

• An IEP meeting is scheduled

Who must be involved in the eligibility meeting for special education services?

• Only the teachers

• Parents and school staff

• Only the school psychologist

• Only the principal

What is an IEP?

• An Individualized Education Program

• A sports program

• A general education plan

• A financial aid plan

How often must an IEP be reviewed?

• Every five years

• Every month

• Annually

• Every six months

What does FAPE stand for?

• Federal Aid for Private Education

• Federal Assistance for Public Education

• Free Appropriate Public Education

• Free Access to Private Education

What is the significance of the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)?

• It ensures students with disabilities are educated separately

• It ensures students with disabilities are educated with non-disabled peers as much as possible

• It restricts students with disabilities to special schools

• It limits the resources available to students with disabilities

What historical issue does the LRE address?

• Lack of funding for schools

• Teacher shortages

• Segregation of students with disabilities

• Overcrowding in classrooms

What is the role of the Technical Assistance and Dissemination Network (TAND)?

• To train and inform about compliance with IDA

• To provide sports equipment to schools

• To fund private school education

• To manage school transportation