SED 502 - Collaboration, Partnerships, and Secondary Transition in Special Education

(3) This course is an overview of the research and strategies for establishing successful collaborative relationships with parents of children with disabilities, paraprofessionals, and other partners. Teacher candidates will evaluate effective practices for students ages 14-21 to transition to secondary programs. In addition, it will foster sensitivity to the needs of culturally and linguistically diverse families. Emphasis is placed on collaboration and partnership as teacher candidates design, implement, and evaluate appropriate educational experiences for persons with disabilities.