“Diagnostic Assessment Graphic Organizer Template.” Teachers who understand the characteristics of technically sound formal and informal assessments are better prepared to create such assessments and analyze the data they produce. Academic, cognitive, behavioral, and functional living assessments provide specific insight into the strengths and needs of students. In turn, teachers can use assessment […]
Field Experience B: School Psychologist and Administrator Interviews School psychologists play a critical role in evaluation and determination of eligibility for special education services. They often consult with teachers and families about characteristics of disabilities and types of services and supports available in the school system and community. As leaders, school administrators must have a […]
Final IEP Review Elli Smith’s Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP) to complete your Final IEP assignment. To complete this assignment, fill in the Blank IEP provided (highlighted portions) as if this IEP meeting is occurring at the beginning of Elli’s 2nd grade year. Look for the instructions throughout the IEP and […]
Wax Museum Assessment Creating formative and summative assessments for your assignments is an essential part of guiding instruction for learning. Not only are assessments ensuring that learning is taking place, they are checking for mastery of skills taught. In Topic 4, you created a wax museum project for your students. In order to modify, strengthen, […]
ELA Lesson Plan and Rationale An essential component of being a special educator is adapting lessons and making accommodations for students who are performing below grade level, while still aligning to the state curriculum standards. Meeting the students’ needs is more than simplifying the lesson or teaching on a lower grade level; it is about […]
Disability Comparison Template Special education teachers are part of the assessment team that determines eligibility for special education services. There are 14 major eligibility categories defined by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). For each of these disability categories, educators must have general knowledge of the guidelines for eligibility, characteristics, causes, effects on learning, […]
Key Components in Collaboration and Consultations Implementing effective collaboration practices can help educators break down possible barriers and build relationships with students, families, colleagues, and community members. Understanding the characteristics and components of effective collaboration techniques is the precursor to being able to implement them. Part 1: Components in Collaboration Matrix For this part of […]
Professional Development Presentation: Descriptive Statistics Understanding measurement principles and the characteristics of assessments helps to minimize bias in individual teacher assessment practices. The ability to explain descriptive statistics encourages deeper understanding of how data is derived to aid decision-making within the classroom setting. These skills will support collaboration with colleagues and families in making decisions […]
Core115 week6 assignment Here They Stand Paper Introduction Whenever the topic of education arises, the majority of us consider that the quickest way to advance learning is through technology. However, the opposing argument is quite strong that technology can actually do more harm to students than good. This opposing view is significant in that it […]
Core115 week 7 discussion The Ripple Effect As the picture shows, my education generates a positive ripple effect in three of the major spheres of the common good, notwithstanding economic growth, health and social equity. In the middle, it emphasizes that it all starts with the knowledge and skills I will acquire. In the economic […]
