Eligibility Determination
Eligibility Determination Guidance
1. Does the student have a significant cognitive disability? What evidence supports this?
2. Is the student learning linked to grade level state content standards?
3. Does the student require extensive direct individualized instruction and substantial supports to achieve measurable gains in the grade-appropriate curriculum?
Eligibility decisions are made annually by the IEP team. Eligibility for students and must be made early in the school year to ensure the opportunity for an adequate period of standards-aligned instruction guided by the Core Content Connectors, even if the annual IEP is due later in the year.
*Please refer back to your state-specific guidance for eligibility determination
1. Does the student have a significant cognitive disability? What evidence supports this?
2. Is the student learning linked to grade level state content standards?
3. Does the student require extensive direct individualized instruction and substantial supports to achieve measurable gains in the grade-appropriate curriculum?
Eligibility decisions are made annually by the IEP team. Eligibility for students and must be made early in the school year to ensure the opportunity for an adequate period of standards-aligned instruction guided by the Core Content Connectors, even if the annual IEP is due later in the year.
*Please refer back to your state-specific guidance for eligibility determination
LEARNER CHARACTERISTICS INVENTORY (LCI)
The MSAA (Multi-State Alternate Assessment) ELA Resources for Diverse Learners serve as a comprehensive guide for educators, particularly those teaching students with the most significant cognitive disabilities. Their core purpose is to empower teachers by enhancing their understanding of grade-level content standards in English Language Arts, especially regarding informational text. These materials emphasize a structured approach to teaching, focusing on key concepts like text structures, main ideas, and supporting details, all while integrating Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to ensure accessibility for all students. Ultimately, the resources aim to prepare all students for college, career, and community readiness by providing explicit instructional strategies and fostering essential comprehension skills.
| Learner Characteristics Inventory for Alternate Assessments |