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Direct linkCarothers, Douglas E.; Taylor, Ronald L. – Assessment for Effective Intervention, 2005
The changing perspectives of mental retardation require the use of assessment techniques that reveal strengths and weaknesses in the individual's present level of functioning and highlight the areas and intensity of needed supports. Portfolios provide such a method of assessment because they are sensitive to small improvements in functioning,…
Descriptors: Portfolios (Background Materials), Portfolio Assessment, Mental Retardation, Caregivers
Peer reviewedYell, Mitchell L.; Stecker, Pamela M. – Assessment for Effective Intervention, 2003
This article first examines problems in developing individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities by focusing on violations of the IEP process. It then discusses the three major components of the IEP, assessment, program development, and monitoring student progress. A case study illustrates use of curriculum-based…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Compliance (Legal), Curriculum Based Assessment, Disabilities
Peer reviewedGarrett, Brent; Towles, Elizabeth; Kleinert, Harold; Kearns, Jacqui – Assessment for Effective Intervention, 2003
This article provides a template to assist policymakers in developing and refining reliable large-scale alternate assessments for students with significant disabilities unable to participate in general state and district assessments. It also discusses Kentucky's 10-year experience with its alternate assessment and experiences of other states…
Descriptors: Alternative Assessment, Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Evaluation Methods
