Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) are written, legally binding documents that outline the special education services provided to students with disabilities in U.S. public schools. IEP meetings occur annually, and at any other point in the year as requested by parents. During these meetings, the team reviews progress and develops new goals.

The virtual IEP experience is a 20-minute model IEP meeting that students and instructors can experience with a VR headset or 360° video on a laptop or tablet. The purpose of the virtual IEP experience is to give pre-service educators and related service providers an opportunity to “participate” in an IEP meeting in a low-stakes, virtual reality (VR) environment.

Following the guided experience, participants will:

1. understand the IEP meeting process
2. develop knowledge of the IEP team
3. understanding the roles of each IEP member
4. identify strategies for effective collaboration

Date: Tuesday, February 28th
Time: 3:00 – 4:30 PM
Location: Poe Hall 512
Audience: Any Pre-service Teacher (Undergraduate and Graduate)
Info: Dr. Jamie Pearson (jnpearso@ncsu.edu)
Credit: 1.0