FERPA, IEPs, and Virtual Learning - This document is intended to answer common questions regarding obligations to meet FERPA requirements while serving learners with disabilities through virtual learning (i.e., Continuous Learning).
Electronic Signatures: E-Signatures for Informed Consent for Services in Special Education - This support document provides reminders of when consent is needed for IDEA administrative procedures and suggestions for ways to obtain the electronic signature. The information provided here is not to be confused with consent to receive electronic information or privacy requirements for provision of teleservices.
Considerations for Acquiring Technology to Ensure Access of Students Receiving Special Education - This document contains technology acquisition considerations developed to assist administrators in planning for the need and acquisition of instructional and assistive technology, ensuring that all learners have the tools they require to participate and make progress in the Iowa Core Standards. The following are a series of checklists organized by end user or grade level:
Technology Skills Checklist: PK-2 Learners with Disabilities with Family/Caregiver Support
Technology Skills Checklist: Grades 3-12 Learners with Disabilities
Technology Skills Checklist: Grades 3-12 Family/Caregiver Support of Learners with Disabilities
Technology Skills Checklist: Special Educator
Technology Skills Checklist: General Educator
Technology Skills Checklist: Paraprofessional
This first release of documents listed above is focused on equitable access to technology and special education. A second release of documents is scheduled for July 9 and will focus on resources for IEP Teams. A third and final release of documents is planned for late July/early August that will focus on resources that will be helpful for teachers serving students in special education.
