2025, Vol. 6, Issue 2, Part A
Effectiveness of IFSP on the education of children with Intellectual disabilities in early childhood special education: A scoping review
Author(s): Rajesh Kanwar Rathore and Mamta Rani
Abstract: Children with intellectual disabilities require specialized support during early childhood to promote their learning and development. The Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) is a federally mandated program designed to provide early intervention services to children with disabilities from birth to three years of age. This scoping review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the IFSP on the education of children with intellectual disabilities in early childhood special education. A systematic search of databases such as PubMed, ERIC, and Psych INFO was conducted to identify studies that met the inclusion criteria. Data was extracted and synthesized to evaluate the effectiveness of IFSP in improving educational outcomes for children with intellectual disabilities. Twelve studies met the inclusion criteria, and the results indicated that IFSP has a positive effect on the education of children with intellectual disabilities, particularly in areas such as communication skills, social skills, and cognitive development. Parental involvement was also found to be a key factor in the success of IFSP. The findings suggest that the IFSP is effective in promoting the development and learning of children with intellectual disabilities during the critical early years of life.
DOI: 10.22271/27103889.2025.v6.i2a.71
Pages: 12-16 | Views: 519 | Downloads: 267
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Rajesh Kanwar Rathore and Mamta Rani. Effectiveness of IFSP on the education of children with Intellectual disabilities in early childhood special education: A scoping review. International Journal of Intellectual Disability. 2025; 6(2): 12-16. DOI: 10.22271/27103889.2025.v6.i2a.71
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