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Nurturing Special Abilities in Every Child
It appears you are looking for a comprehensive list of programs, services, or methods to identify and support children with special needs. Below is a list that comprises various approaches, plans, and legal frameworks, though it’s essential to note that availability may vary greatly by country and region:
- Individualized Education Program (IEP)
- Multi-Disciplinary Placement Services (MDPS)
- Response to Intervention (RTI)
- 504 Plans
- Child Find
- Early Intervention Services
- Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
- Personal Education Plans (PEPs)
- Health and Education Plans
- Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA)
- Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
- Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS)
- Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
- Assistive Technology Assessment
- Differentiated Instruction
- Special Needs Trusts
- Inclusive Education
- Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
- Section 508 Compliance (U.S., for educational software/technology)
- Developmental Delay (commonly utilized category in early intervention)
- Gifted and Talented Education Programs (GATE)
- Learning Disabilities Association (LDA) Initiatives
- Autism Screening and Diagnosis
- National Instructional Materials Accessibility Standard (NIMAS)
- Transition Services
- Occupational Therapy Assessment
- Physical Therapy Assessment
- Speech and Language Evaluation
- Visual and Hearing Impairment Services
- Parent Training and Information Centers
Note that some of these refer to U.S.-specific programs or laws, and the availability and nature of similar services may vary in different countries. Furthermore, not all points refer to identification methods; some refer to support systems, services, or legal guidelines related to providing adequate education and resources for special needs children.