Modifications
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Changes that alter what a student is expected to learn or demonstrate. Unlike accommodations, modifications change the actual curriculum content or lower the expectations. Examples include simplified assignments, reduced number of problems, and altered grading criteria. Modifications are typically only available through an IEP, not a 504 Plan.
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Changes in how a student accesses information or demonstrates learning that do not fundamentally alter the curriculum or lower expectations. Examples include extended time on tests, preferential seating, audio books, large print, note-taking assistance, and breaks during tests.
Instruction that is adapted in content, methodology, or delivery to address the unique needs of a child with a disability and ensure access to the general curriculum. SDI is the core of what makes special education "special" — it is instruction specifically tailored to the individual child.
A brief, standardized assessment method used to monitor student progress in basic academic skills like reading fluency, math computation, and writing. CBMs are administered frequently (weekly or biweekly) and the results are graphed to show growth over time.
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