Assignment #3 –Developing an Individualized Plan

Reflect on the types of plans presented in this lesson and the best practices for writing individualized plans for the online environment
Review and compare the two sample individualized student plans provided below. Both sample plans are written for the same student. Keeping in mind the best practices discussed in this lesson, consider the strengths and weaknesses of each plan and decide which you find to be the preferred option for the online environment.

Post in your blog: Your response should consist of at least four well-developed paragraphs and address each of the following points:

1. Which plan do you believe is the better option for the online environment (Plan A or Plan B) and why?
2. Using specific examples, discuss the strengths of the plan which you believe make it better suited to the online environment.

Upon review of the lesson as well as both IEP's I believe Plan B to be the best plan for this student for the online environment.  The main reason for this is that it is much more specific and detailed.  Rather than simply stating what the accommodations are, it is more specific in the expectation from all parties involved.

First of all, this plan includes information about her work ethic and personality.  In an online environment especially it is important to get as much information as possible since there will be less interaction than in a face to face class.

Plan B also gives specifics and details regarding each of the items in the "Description of Accommodations/Services" category.  This is very important so that all parties are on the same page regarding due dates and how much extra time she will receive.

Both plans were pretty well composed as far as "student responsibilities, parent responsibilities, and other notes.