Goals & Objectives: Introduction

Goals & Objectives

Developing the IEP:
Goals & Objectives

IEP Issues From Monitoring 2007

Goals & Objectives

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Introduction to Writing
Quality Goals & Objectives

Goals and objectives are written to bridge the gap between current student functioning and standards.

	I've been teaching for years, why do I need to read about something I could do with my eyes shut? The way goals and objectives are written may vary from district to district or over time. The intent behind writing goals and objectives has not changed. After reviewing Anchorage's IEPs, the Alaska Department of Education and Early Development (DEED) has determined that goal writing is an area upon which our district needs more training and focus.
	Just what does DEED look for in goals and objectives? That they are measurable That they are aligned with the state standards That they address each area (academic and functional) of need in the Present Levels (PLAAPF)
	Doesn't that just mean my objectives restate the goals? No, and they should not. Goals are observable and state where the student should be functioning after one year's growth. Objectives are measurable and are the steps taken to attain a goal.
	I can just select goals by clicking in the IEP program. Why do I have to review how to write them? You do have three options for adding goals and objectives to a student's IEP: Use the bank in the IEP program while adding criteria specific to that student's present needs Modify the ones in the bank Write your own The most important thing to remember is that regardless of the method you choose, you are ultimately responsible for what the goals and objectives say.

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