1. 1 Rating IFSP Outcomes DevelopingHigh-Quality, Functional IFSP Outcomes and IEP Goals Lucas, A., Gillaspy, K., Peters, M. L., & Hurth, J. (2012). Enhancing Recognition of High- Quality, Functional IFSP Outcomes and IEP Goals: A training activity for Infant and Toddler service providers and ECSE teachers. Retrieved from http://www.nectac.org/~pdfs/pubs/rating-ifsp-iep-training.pdf http://www.nectac.org/~pdfs/pubs/rating-ifsp-iep-training.pdf

2. The OUTCOME is necessary and functional for the child’s and family’s life. The OUTCOME is discipline-free. The OUTCOME reflects real-life contextualized settings (e.g., not test items). The wording of the OUTCOME is jargon-free, clear and simple. The wording of the OUTCOME emphasizes the positive. The OUTCOME avoids the use of passive words (e.g., tolerate, receive, improve, maintain). Criteria for Rating IFSP Outcomes Place Card Here When the child’s contextual information is available, the following IFSP outcome criteria can also be evaluated: The outcome is based on the family’s priorities and concerns. The outcomes described both the child’s strengths and needs based on information from the initial evaluation or ongoing assessment.

3. The OUTCOME is necessary and functional for the child’s and family’s life. The OUTCOME is discipline-free. The OUTCOME reflects real-life contextualized settings (e.g., not test items). The wording of the OUTCOME is jargon-free, clear and simple. The wording of the OUTCOME emphasizes the positive. The OUTCOME avoids the use of passive words (e.g., tolerate, receive, improve, maintain). Criteria for Rating IFSP Outcomes When the child’s contextual information is available, the following IFSP outcome criteria can also be evaluated: The outcome is based on the family’s priorities and concerns. The outcomes described both the child’s strengths and needs based on information from the initial evaluation or ongoing assessment. IFSP Outcome Card 1 Nolan will play with toys with his sister during bath time.

4. Resources on IFSPs 4 Agreed Upon Practices For Providing Early Intervention Services In Natural Environments http://www.nectac.org/~pdfs/topics/families/AgreedUpo nPractices_FinalDraft2_01_08.pdf http://www.nectac.org/~pdfs/topics/families/AgreedUpo nPractices_FinalDraft2_01_08.pdf Rush and Shelden. Tips and Techniques for Developing Participation-Based IFSP Outcomes Statements, BriefCASE, Vol 2, No. 1 http://www.fippcase.org/briefcase/briefcase_vol2_no1.p df http://www.fippcase.org/briefcase/briefcase_vol2_no1.p df ECTA website http://ectacenter.org/topics/familiesfamresources.asp http://ectacenter.org/topics/familiesfamresources.asp

5. Resources on IFSPs Washington’s Introduction to IDEA Part C Modules, Module 3, Topic 2. Contact Connie Salzman at ESD112 for access. (connie.salzman@esd112.org) 5

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7. Contact Information Mary Perkins E-mail:mperkins1912@comcast.netmperkins1912@comcast.net Phone: 360-943-6740 7 This product was developed collaboratively with staff from NECTAC, WRRC and ECO in response to the need expressed from state and local providers to have specific information and resources about developing IFSP outcomes and IEP goals. The full training package, including a full reference list, is freely available online: http://www.nectac.org/knowledgepath/ifspoutcomes-iepgoals/ifspoutcomes-iepgoals.asp