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Training on Writing IEPs Based on State Standards

Self-paced training materials provides information on writing individualized education programs (IEPs) with goals tied to standards that are student focused and measurable.

Individualized Education Programs (IEP) Training In Development and Updated to Individuals with Disabilities Education Act 2004 (IDEA) and Elementary Secondary Education Act (ESEA) Regulations:

The California Department of Education in collaboration with the California Comprehensive Center at WestEd, is developing Web-based interactive training modules on Standards-based IEPs to address closing the achievement gap and improving standards-based instruction for students with disabilities. The topics of the modules include: Access to the General Education Curriculum, Standards-based IEPs, Grade-level, Standards-based goals, Service Delivery Models, and Curriculum and Instruction Strategies.

As more information becomes available with regard to IEPs, this page will be updated.

Resources

Resources on IEPs for Students with Disabilities
Resources to improve instruction, assessment, and accountability for students with disabilities.

Part 300 (Part B)—Assistance to States for the Education of Children with Disabilities External link opens in new window or tab.

Final Part B Regulations of the IDEA—Public Notices (2006–current) External link opens in new window or tab.
Includes each Notice of Final Regulations published since the IDEA statute's last reauthorization December 3, 2004, as well as:

  • A summary of the changes;
  • The effective date of the changes;
  • The “Analysis of Comments and Changes;” and
  • The revised regulations.
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Last Reviewed: Thursday, July 16, 2026
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