Noted special education attorney Thomas Shorter deciphers the IDEA's extensive changes to transition services, giving you plain-English explanations of each relevant provision and relevant comments from the Education Department. Separate sections address substantive and procedural obligations, so you can quickly find answers to your specific compliance questions.

Whether students are gearing up for college, vocational training, independent living or employ¬ment, you’ll develop solid transition plans and meet legal mandates by understanding:

• Types of transition services considered "appropriate" by the IDEA
• Rules for student participation at IEP meetings where transition services will be discussed
• Components in determining proper post-school goals
• Outside agencies’ involvement in developing and providing services
• And more!