Teacher as Researcher in Special Education Classroom I & II

Catalog description

In this course, candidates will develop the skills of reflection and inquiry within the context of their own teaching in the special education setting. Candidates will be introduced to different tools for reflective inquiry as they explore issues relevant to novice teachers (i.e., creating and maintaining caring, inclusive, and productive learning environments). Students will design and plan a research project in their classroom that focuses on a special education issue of relevance to them in their present teaching situation. The course will integrate theory and practice so that students may develop the knowledge and skills for conducting action research throughout their professional careers.