No cookbook for determining what work s best for all Commitment to child centered education. To demonstrate and understanding of the fit between students needs, assessment, instruction, and discipline. In depth knowledge about the origins and characteristics about specific disabilities To demonstrate an understanding of the linkages between assessment, identification, and curriculum planning To demonstrate an understanding of the role of the special educator as a member of a multidisciplinary team. To acquire content knowledge across general education curriculum To acquire knowledge of and experience innspecial and general education teaching methods. To prepare exemplary special educators Special Education Conceptual Framework Person Narrative Our feet Grounded in the bridging of theory and practice, our feet are an integrated set of experiences designed to enable faculty to impart and student to explore theoretical knowledge while linking that knowledge to best developmental practices.
Theory guides practice and practice informs theory .
Our legs Our legs, technology, support of our body and carry us into the future. Our arms Our arms reach out as we embrace the philosophy of an inclusive and collaborative community. When provided with sufficient and appropriate support, every general education teacher has the capacity to adapt curriculum and instruct students who have diverse and special needs. We believe in the importance of reciprocal and supportive partnerships between schools, universities, the business community, professional organizations, and government agencies. In our program, decision-making is collaborative.