Julia

Kaufman
SPED 775
IEP Analysis Assignment

Reflection

Assignment
The IEP Analysis Assignment of SPED 775 was an assignment that required me to select,

read, and understand a specific students IEP. After selecting the student and becoming familiar

with the IEP we were then required to write a detailed description of the student, observe and

take notes on the student, analyze the IEP, create a MAPS based on interviews with the parent

and student, and come up with ideas to improve the program and instruction of the student. For

the assignment, I chose one of my current students, Susan. The assignment was broken into five

parts across the course: gathering student information, observation data, analysis of student,

MAPS analysis, and the final paper.

Purpose
The purpose of this assignment was to increase my knowledge and skill in planning and

implementing effective instruction based upon knowledge of the student. One of the main

responsibilities of a special educator is writing IEPs that reflect the student and meet their needs.

This assignment allowed me to analyze one of my students IEP from an outside perspective,

become closer to the family and student in the interview, and revise my current plan and program

to meet the needs of the student. It was meant to ensure a deep understanding of the IEP process

and its overall importance.

Revision

Based on my instructors feedback I edited my assignment for grammar and spelling

mistakes. I added the MAPs picture per feedback.

Julia Kaufman
SPED 775
IEP Analysis Assignment
Professional Development

This assignment reminded me of the importance of evaluating and reflecting on my own

IEPs and decisions within the process. By looking at the student information, analyzing

observations, and creating a revised plan based on ideal circumstances I was able to alter my

current instruction to better meet the needs of the student. This assignment was, to me, one of

the most beneficial of the whole program. I write IEPs on a weekly basis and by breaking down

the process and parts I was able to increase my knowledge and understanding of the bigger

picture when it comes to writing plans for students. As I wrote IEPs, and continue to write IEPs,

I am more knowledgeable and thoughtful because of this assignment. My IEPs are better

written because of this assignment, which is essential to my career as a special educator.