Required Components of Transition

Part 1: Creating a Transition Plan Read “Case Scenario: Alex.” Create an IDEA-compliant transition plan for Alex using a template of your choice. The plan should address the following. Identify Alex’s strengths, preferences, and interests. Measurable postsecondary goals for education/vocational training, jobs and employment, and independent living. Support for IEP goals and services including transition … Read more

Professional Development: IEPs, Inclusion, and Team Teaching

Create a 15-20 slide digital presentation for professional development for general education teachers on the topics of IEPs, inclusive classrooms, and team teaching. Your digital presentation should include graphics that are relevant to the content, visually appealing, and use space appropriately. Address the following within the presentation: Explain each major section of an IEP, specifically … Read more

Benchmark – Proposal for Behavior Change Plan

Review the “Angel Case Study” to inform the assignment that follows. Part 1: Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) Analyze the case study, initial data, and FBA data found in the “Angel Case Study.” In 250-500 words, summarize and analyze the findings of the FBA addressing the following: Frequency of incidents Interaction with peers Consequences of the … Read more

Encouragement Strategies to Increase Positive Student Behavior

Review the “Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) Example.” Then, use the “Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)” template to complete this assignment. Identifying one student from the “Class Profile” who would benefit from additional intervention, complete a behavior intervention plan to include: Behavior Goals and how they will be measured Interventions and Frequency of Interventions Person Responsible In … Read more

Clinical Field Experience B: Observation of Learning Environments: Small Group Instruction

Use this part of your field experience to work hands-on with students. Allocate at least 5 hours in the field to support this assignment. Continue to observe and collaborate with your mentor teacher on the elements that help create a positive, safe, and productive learning environment outlined in Clinical Field Experience A. With the assistance … Read more

Creating a Classroom Management Plan

  Using the grade level for which you would like to teach, create a 750-1,000 word classroom management plan for students in your special education resource classroom described in the “Class Profile.” Include the following in your classroom management plan: Classroom Management Plan Statement of Purpose. Rules: Description of 3-5 rules, positive reinforcements aligned to … Read more

Professional Development: Strategies for the Inclusive Classroom

Create a 12-15 slide digital presentation, to be given to general classroom teachers in a professional development setting, on inclusion and classroom management strategies that can be incorporated into classrooms. Include a title slide, reference slide, and presenter’s notes. The presentation should help the general education teachers build their skills in the following areas: Identifying … Read more

Classroom Management Strategies

    Use the “Classroom Management Strategies” template to complete this assignment. Part 1: Classroom Management Matrix Complete the matrix of disabilities and classroom management strategies that promote intrinsic motivation and encourage engagement of students with disabilities. Within the matrix, list and describe one engagement strategy for each of the disability categories. APA style is … Read more

Benchmark – Analyzing Cognitive and Educational Evaluation

The cognitive and educational evaluation is a main data source for MET teams to determine eligibility and placement for special education services. All team members must make decisions and advocate for educational instruction, strategies, and placement based on evaluation report results. Collaboration with parents about sharing evaluation results and seeking consent for special education services … Read more