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Understood Explains Season 3

Want to know how special education works and get IEP tips for parents? This season of Understood Explains covers the ins and outs of individualized education programs. Host Juliana Urtubey is the 2021 National Teacher of the Year and has helped many families develop IEPs. So you can learn from a pro in this limited-run series. Episodes drop weekly in English and Spanish, starting March 21. Escuchar en español.

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February 8, 2024

Listen to the trailer for “Understood Explains IEPs,” hosted by special educator and 2021 National Teacher of the Year Juliana Urtubey.

March 21, 2024

Get tips from a special education teacher on how to tell if your child needs an Individualized Education Program (IEP) — or if you may want to wait.

March 28, 2024

Learn the key differences between two common plans for school support, and which one might be right for your child.

April 4, 2024

Learn how to separate fact from fiction when it comes to the many myths about special education and IEPs.

April 11, 2024

Host Juliana Urtubey explains the school evaluation process for special education.

April 18, 2024

Your child will need to fit into at least one disability category to qualify for an IEP. In this episode, we’ll explain how it all works. 

April 25, 2024

Cut through the confusion and learn about the many legal terms and rights that come along with IEPs.

May 2, 2024

Learn the nuts and bolts of how to get ready for the important meeting.

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  • Juliana Urtubey, NBCT, MA

    is the 2021 National Teacher of the Year. As a special educator, she believes all kids have a right to be included and celebrated in what she calls a “joyous and just education.”

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