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Frequently Asked Questions |
Can IEP Planner run on different
Operating Systems?
Yes. IEP Planner can
also run in districts that utilize both platforms concurrently. In a network
configuration, IEP Planner can run on Windows, Mac, or Linux servers. |
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What software was IEP
Planner developed with?
IEP Planner was
developed using Filemaker Pro, a very popular and widely used cross-platform
database design software. |
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Can all the members
of my team access
the same database?
IEP Planner can be
installed as either a standalone or network configured database. In a network
configuration all team members have access to the same database. Although access
to individual student records can be limited if so desired. |
Can IEP Planner be accessed
remotely?
Yes.
While IEP Planner is a network based program, it can be accessed remotely by
utilizing additional software (e.g., Citrix, Terminal Services) and hardware,
which would be provided and supported by your school district. |
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Is information automatically
saved, or must you click to save before changing screens?
Information entered
into IEP Planner is automatically saved relieving the user from the burden of
remembering to save entered information. |
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Can the demographic
information from our
current system be imported
into IEP Planner?
Demographic information can usually be imported into IEP Planner, depending on
the ability of your current program to export the data and the way information
was entered into your current program (e.g., first name and last name entered
into separate fields.) |
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Are IEP Planner Goals linked to New
Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards?
Yes,
each goal within IEP Planner is linked to a Core Curriculum Content Standard
(which may be changed at the user’s discretion.) |
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Will we have access to the
Goals and Objectives database
if we want to make changes?
Yes. IEP Planner is one
of the few special education data management systems that will allow you to
change statements in the master databases. Therefore, should your school want to
add or change a goal or objective statement, you have the ability to do so. |
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Can we create our own
local report layouts
within IEP Planner?
Yes!
Unlike some other special education data management systems, IEP Planner enables
the user to create local report layouts simply by finding a group of students
based on certain criteria and then by creating a list layout with column heading
chosen by the user. Once formatted, the newly created list can be saved in a
“Local Reports” section for future use. |
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How is State/Federal report
information entered into IEP Planner?
Since IEP Planner is a
single entry system, report information is entered within the Student
Information and Document sections and is then tracked to other sections of the
program (e.g., lists and reports). |
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Can NJ SMART special education required information be exported from IEP
Planner?
Yes, NJ SMART Special Education required
information can be exported from IEP Planner in the form of an Excel Spreadsheet
or Tab Delimited File. IEP Planner also includes an NJ SMART Edit Failures
Report which should be reviewed prior to the data export. |
How often is IEP Planner updated?
IEP Planner is updated (usually remotely) on
an as needed basis to reflect State and Federal Special Education requirement
changes and State/Federal reporting requirement changes. IEP Planner updates
also include user requested changes and in-house enhancements. |
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What type of training
is included in the original
cost of IEP Planner?
At
EdNet we provide training based on the unique needs of your district. However,
basic training will include three phases.
Phase 1 training includes Administrative Training (entering student information,
user ids and passwords, and customizing IEP Planner), CST Training
(creating/modifying documents, correspondence and progress reports and
Special Education Teacher Training (entering Present Levels, Goals and
Objectives, Modifications/Aids/ Services/Supports, and Progress Reports).
Phase II training includes a CST refresher
class.
Phase III training includes instruction on creating lists, performing
functions on groups of students, and printing of state/federal reports. |
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Is there a limit on
user-support calls?
No! There is no limit
to the number of user-support calls we will accept from your school. Technical
support calls, however, are limited to 20 hours/yearly which is a limit that our
current clients have never exceeded! |
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May prospective clients
contact some of your
current clients?
Absolutely! At EdNet we encourage prospective clients to contact our current
clients. Just call our office for client contact information! |
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