Special Education: A Look at the History Tracy Len Baier November 23‚ 2011 Abstract The purpose of this paper is to address the historical landmarks and legislation that have formed and created our current special education system. We will take a journey from the start of public education and its exclusion of special needs students to the current push for inclusion of all students learning within a general education classroom. The author will also share some of the pros and cons of
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job‚ its working conditions‚ employment facts‚ the education and training requirements‚ along with the future job potential and earnings will be wiser and more knowledgeable when determining a career path to choose. Going in to the Special Education workforce is an interesting career path because they get to work with kids‚ give children individual attention‚ and help students with disabilities. To begin with‚ major duties of a special education teacher includes assessing students and adapting lessons
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I have a diverse background in education compare to my classmates. I obtained Bachelors of the Arts in Criminal Justice from John Jay College. While attending John Jay I began working as a Paraprofessional for the NYC Department of Education‚ in a low-income community with students that suffer from Emotional Distress Disorders. has instilled a love and passion to work hard and help these students achieve their educational goals. My students have influenced me to become a Special Education teacher;
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people with disabilities is the lowest display of power I can think of”. According to the World Report on Disability ‚ there is about 1 billion disabled people‚ 1 in 10 being children. Educational injustice has been one of the many attackers of children with disabilities. With lack of instructors and admissions‚ it makes it very difficult for a child with disabilities to reach the same educational and social level as someone in general education. When we focus on disabilities‚ we normally think of someone
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Describe own special educational philosophy in terms of its metaphysics‚ epistemology‚ axiology‚ and logic. My Philosophy of Special Education is that special education is teaching children who have special needs‚ which can interfere with their learning abilities. I believe special education compared to general education is merely an extension of services in helping all children learn. Learning is a process through which we increase our knowledge as a result of the experiences in our lives. We
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disproportionately placed in special education programs and classes according to the reading. Teachers can fix Disproportionate in the school system with the right observation in the classroom. The IDEA is designed to guarantee that children with disabilities receive a free public education. Schools must have procedures to determine if the child needs special education services. There are steps to take if a teacher wants to put a child in special education. Special education is not based on race or cultures
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Special Education services are delivered using two primary methods the Cascade of Services approach or the Full Inclusion technique. Each method has its own benefits and pitfalls as well as specific components. There has been no decision as to which method is superior and often these methods are used in the same educational setting based on the needs of the individual. The Cascade of Services method was developed in the 1970s by Evelyn Deno to serve as a diagnostic filter. This method has seven layers
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Julie Ketcham December 19‚ 2011 Special Education Augmentative Communications Augmentative Communication embodies methods used to replace or enhance speech and or writing for students with impairments in those categories. It is used for many impairments including cerebral palsy‚ autism and intellectual impairment. Augmentative Communication is essential for those who need temporary or permanent aid. The first use of Augmentative Communication was around the 1950’s and increased during the
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Task 2 Describe how current legislation impacts on the provision of special needs education in Ireland. The primary legislation affecting Special Needs education in Ireland‚ is as follows: Data Protection Acts 1988‚ 1998 and 2003 – These acts are designed to protect an individual’s privacy. The Acts confer rights on individuals in relation to the privacy of their personal data as well as responsibilities on those persons holding and processing such data. The Childcare Act 1991 – This act outlines
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psychologist‚ program specialist‚ administrator‚ or special education teacher. • Must contain knowledge regarding the field of special education‚ behavior interventions‚ performance standards‚ and moderate severe programs. • Credential: Valid California teaching credential authorizing services in Special Education or valid Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Psychologist. San Bernardino City Unified School District Program Specialist - Special Education DECRIPTION OF POSITION The program
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