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Is a field-based experience for candidates to begin to address the competencies of the specific licensure area sought, i.e., early childhood, adolescent to young adult, or mild/moderate intervention specialist, and multi-age licensure. The ODE Curriculum Models will be used as an instructional resource. The placement in area schools (multi-cultural, ethnic, socio-economic, and culturally diverse) assists students to explore interests, define professional goals, and assess personal qualities and abilities in light of competencies deemed essential for future educators. Participatory activities include the utilization of instructional techniques, instructional materials, technology and media to maximize pupil learning. Students will be evaluated based upon successful competency completion within the licensure area being sought and the ability to plan for developmentally and culturally responsive instruction. Performance-based assessments adhering to CAEP Standards and Specialized Professional Associations (SPA) are required. Candidate Dispositions are assessed. (60 hrs. in the classroom).
In this course students are introduced to the terminology, legal and regulatory aspects, and fundamental practices within special education. The historical evolution of disability from a societal, family, and educational lens is discussed, as well as the current state of disability as it relates to legislation and practice. Students are introduced to each of the 13 disability categories included under the Individual with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and are provided with best practices for working with students across each specific disability. Students also gain insight into parent and family legal rights within special education, multicultural education, related services, early intervention, state and federal mandates for special education services, Multi-tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), and the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) process. Students are given an in-depth look at both the special education process and the documents required from evaluation to placement.