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Learn Lab: Planning Instruction Using DRDP Results Fall 2024

Video title screen: Learn Lab: Planning Instruction Using DRDP ResultsDemonstrates how the DRDP informs present levels of performance or development on the IEP or IFSP, breaking down long term goals into next steps in instruction, and connections to the California Early Learning Foundations. Highlights how the authentic assessment process used to complete the DRDP, along with the resulting reports, provides a rich profile of a child’s learning and development. (36:05)

Data Byte: A more complete picture of early learning progress

Data Byte: Change in Percent of Children Meeting Age Expectations in Language from Fall 22 to Spring 23, showing reduction of deaf children meeting age expectations of 4 point one percent, hard of hearing children a reduction of point one percent, and all other children increased by 3 point 3 percentWith the inclusion of Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten, DRDP submissions now represent a more complete picture of early learning progress!

The Fall 2024 DRDP policy expansion now requires assessments for all children ages 3–5 with IEPs in Preschool, TK, and K, leading to a significant increase in DRDP submissions. The CDE Special Education Division (SED) continues to require DRDPs for all infants and toddlers with IFSPs served by LEAs, ensuring a comprehensive view of early learning progress for children receiving special education services.

Using the DRDP in TK/K

Video: Breaking It Down: Identifying Learning Targets for DRDP ResultsAre you new to using the DRDP to assess young children in Transitional Kindergarten (TK) and Kindergarten (K)? Would it be helpful to learn strategies to support quality assessment? In this recorded webinar, the DR Access Team answered questions and shared essential information and resources for using the DRDP with children with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) in TK and K. (37:38)

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