Collaboration and Transition in Special Education ((3))

Catalog description

This course closely interweaves issues of exceptionality, diversity and lifespan transitions while the teacher candidate demonstrates growing knowledge and skills in effective communication and self-awareness. This course addresses the components of essential collaborative partnerships between individuals with disabilities and their families, school personnel including paraprofessionals, and community or agency services. Research-based practices such as co-teaching and self-determination are examined along with effective transition planning practices. This course is taught as a hybrid using face-to-face and online instruction.