Spread the loveShould we hold our school systems accountable for the learning success of all our students? Is the accountability different for students with learning disabilities? According to the law the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires schools to assess and evaluate students from the ages of 3 to 21 to diagnose their disability types and the levels of those disabilities, in order to provide the appropriate support. This gives the school a good deal of accountability for early recognition of students with learning challenges and responsibility for helping them to succeed. One method recommended by this legislation is the … Continue reading Accountability in the Classroom: Understanding Response to Intervention Programs