SPE 592C Practicum/Teaching Children and Adolescents with Special Needs

This course serves as the culminating experience in in the traditional special education graduate M.A.T. program. Candidates are given opportunities to integrate theory and practice, and to engage in best practices with children and adolescents with disabilities. Candidates, in collaboration with the cooperating teacher, develop and implement culturally responsive Individualized Education Plans, lessons, instructional strategies, technology, and supports for diverse learners. Candidates develop engaging, culturally responsive, and inclusive classroom environments for all students. Candidates explore effective methods of collaboration and effectively establish professional, family, and community relationships. 10 weeks of teaching is required. Pre-requisite(s): Completion of all special education course work (listed below); Admitted to MAT Special Education Program; Consent of the students' advisor and practicum coordinator. Application for practicum must be made in writing as determined by program guidelines and procedures. Tests #290 must be passed prior to placement. Student may not have any deficiencies in coursework requirements. SPE 500, SPE 501, SPE 502 or 526, SPE 506, SPE 507, SPE 508, SPE 509, SPE 523, SPE 572, SPE 576, SPE 573, ESP 511, FND 510. Must have grade B or better in methods and practicum, courses: SPE 500, SPE 507, SPE 508, SPE 509, SPE 523, SPE 572, SPE 573, and SPE 576. Co-requisite(s): None.