Special education teachers must remain professional in all situations and are often required to make decisions that involve ethical issues. It is important that special education teachers be aware of the ethical and professional standards as well as special education law. All decisions involved in the IEP process should be data-informed to ensure they align with the students needs. USE THE TEMPLATE PROVIDED.
Part 1: Case Study – Stephen
Review the Case Study: Stephen, and complete Part 1 of the Due Process: Stephen Case Study template.
Part 2: Reflection
In a reflection of 250-500 words, discuss each of the following:
- How you plan to participate in learning communities and professional learning activities based on self-reflection and ongoing analysis of student learning to support your professional practice and uphold the legal and ethical expectations of the profession.
- How you will model effective practices for colleagues, including in the virtual environment, to ensure that all stakeholders are abiding by special education laws, policies, and procedures.
- How you plan to reflect upon your personal character and professional performance on a regular basis to become more self-aware and grow in your professional practice, including how this reflection will help you recognize potential biases and their effect on expectations for and relationships with students with exceptionalities and their families.
- Research local organizations in your area or virtually that provide professional development opportunities for special education and describe one opportunity that would support your growth as an advocate of special education.
Support your findings by citing the Special Education Professional Ethical Principles and an additional 3-5 scholarly resources.
While APA Style is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and documentation of sources should be presented using APA formatting guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
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Benchmark Information:
This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies and professional standards:
MEd Special Education (ITL/NITL); MEd Elementary Education and Special Education (ITL/NITL)
1.3 Participate in learning communities and professional learning activities based on self-reflection and ongoing analysis of student learning. [CEC 1.3; InTASC 10(f), 10(p), 10(r), 10(s), 10(t), 9(a), 9(b), 9(d), 9(g), 9(k), 9(l); AAQEP 2e; ISTE-E 1b]
Grad Cert Special Education Mild to Moderate
7.2: Participate in learning communities and professional learning activities based on self-reflection and ongoing analysis of student learning. [MC1, MC4][AAQEP 2e; CEC 1.3; InTASC 10(f), 10(p), 10(r), 10(s), 10(t), 9(a), 9(b), 9(d), 9(g), 9(k), 9(l); ISTE-E 1b]
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