Textbook1. Assessment in Special Education: A Practical Approach
Read chapter 16 in Assessment in Special Education: A Practical Approach.
http://gcumedia.com/digital-resources/pearson/2012/assessment-in-special-education_a-practical-approach_ebook_4e.php
Electronic Resource1. Evaluation and Eligibility: Processes and Procedures from Referral to Determination of Eligibility
Review "Evaluation and Eligibility: Processes and Procedures from Referral to Determination of Eligibility," from the Arizona Department of Education.
http://www.kyrene.org/cms/lib2/AZ01001083/Centricity/Domain/311/AZ-TASEvaluation.pdf
Additional Material1. Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team (MET) Case Study
Review the "MET Case Study."
MET team case study.docx
2. Problem-Solving Teams: Information for Parents and Educators
Read "Problem-Solving Teams: Information for Parents and Educators."
http://www.sps186.org/downloads/attachments/12143/ProblemSolvingforParents&Educ.pdf
Clinical Field Experience C: Understanding Specialized Assessments - The Role of the Specialist
Allocate 2 hours to complete this part of the Clinical Field Experience.
Interview a school specialist (occupational therapist, physical therapist, or speech pathologist) about diagnostic assessments and his or her role in the process of evaluating individuals with exceptionalities. Your interview should address the following prompts:
1. The criteria and distinguishing factors of nonbiased formal and informal specialized diagnostic assessments;
2. Examples of and how nonbiased formal specialized diagnostic assessments are administered to individuals with exceptionalities, including any legal and ethical requirements;
3. How the school specialist interprets information from a nonbiased formal specialized diagnostic assessment;
4. How the school specialist interprets information from a nonbiased informal specialized diagnostic assessment;
5. How the assessment information is used in making eligibility, program and placement decisions for individuals with exceptionalities;
6. How the students need met if the assessment information does not result in a finding of a disability; and
7. Strategies in communicating specialized assessment results to various stakeholders.
In 250-500 words, summarize and reflect upon your interview.
APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.
Collaborating with Specialists
Review the Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team (MET) case study.
Using the case study, compose a 500-750-word analysis that identifies additional specialists and other individuals who should be included as part of the MET team. Include a discussion regarding specific information that should be elicited from the individuals identified above along with a rationale for your choices. Cite facts from the case study and a minimum of 2 outside references that supports your analysis.
Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
Topic 4 DQ 1 word- count 200
What specific information can a parent/guardian provide to assist in making academic decisions about individuals with exceptionalities?
Topic 4 DQ 2 word - count 200
In what ways can knowledge or lack thereof, of diversity affect your role as a special education educator? Specifically address diversity as a part of families, cultures, and school.