Significant Cognitive Disabilities

This document is an excerpt from a Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP) document for a student with a significant cognitive disability and complex access needs and is discussed in the course A Step Toward IEP Quality and Rigor for Students with Complex Access

This guide lists specific steps you can take to transition a student with complex access needs from a self-contained to a general education classroom.

In this video, Laura Buckner talks about the importance of building a student's independence.

This guide lists specific steps you can take to provide AIM to students with complex access needs.

In this video, Laura Buckner talks about the importance of independence and communication in relation to victimization and bullying.

In this video, Laura Bucker talks about easing transitions for students by using strengths-based introductions.