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Course Overview

Special Education 101 is an 8-hour training program preparing educators to work with children with special needs in the classroom. Offered both in-person and online, this course provides an introduction to key concepts in special education such as inclusive environments, Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), accommodations and modifications, assistive technology, data collection and tracking, and collaborating with families and service providers. Participants will gain hands-on experience developing lessons, supports, and strategies to help students with disabilities succeed academically and socially. Whether you are new to special education or looking to expand your skills, this training will equip you with fundamental knowledge and tools to be an effective special education teacher. You will gain the confidence and ability to make a meaningful difference in the lives of students with diverse learning needs.

Course Objectives

  • Learn about the ARD and IEP process from referral to implementation

  • Develop present levels of academic achievement and functional performance (PLAAFP) statements

  • Create measurable annual goals and objectives based on student needs

  • Explore methods of data collection and progress monitoring

  • Discover instructional strategies and lesson planning techniques

  • Practice developing accommodations and modifications

  • Collaborate with families through the ARD and IEP process

  • Gain skills for tracking student data and reporting progress

  • Increase understanding of assistive technology options

  • Build confidence in ability to meet needs of students through IEP implementation

Course Information

  • Price: $99

  • 8 hours of PD

  • Course Attendance Options:

    • In-Person @ 2102 Roosevelt Dr, Suite F, Dalworthington Gardens, TX 76013

    • Online: Live session via Zoom

  • Breakfast and lunch provided for in-person attendees

  • Next Class Starts: January 11, 2024

  • Time: 8:30 AM-3:30 PM

  • Registration Deadline: Register by January 10, 2024