Guides through the process of alternate assessment, based on the understanding of and beliefs about best practices. This book is intended for general and special educators, parents of students with disabilities, advocates, education policy leaders and others concerned about the inclusion of 'all' students in educational reform efforts.

This book is for general and special educators at all levels, parents of students with disabilities, advocates, education policy leaders and others concerned about the inclusion of ALL students in educational reform efforts.

Preface

Meet Lara

Audience

Acknowledgments About the Authors 1. Alternate Assessment

What and Why 2. Inclusive Standards

High Expectations for All Students 3. Alternate Assessment Partners 4. Assessment Participation Decisions 5. Standards-Based IEPs, Transition Plans, and Alternate Assessments 6. The Nuts and Bolts of Alternate Assessment Administration 7. Scoring, Reporting, and Using Alternate Assessment Data 8. Tying It All Together Resource A

Legal References Resource B

Resources for Information and Assistance References Recommended Reading Index