Assessment in Special Education: A Practical Approach

 Assessment in Special Education: A Practical Approach

Read chapter 16 in Assessment in Special Education: A Practical Approach.

Electronic Resource1. Evaluation and Eligibility: Processes and Procedures from Referral to Determination of Eligibility

Review “Evaluation and Eligibility: Processes and Procedures from Referral to Determination of Eligibility,” from the Arizona Department of Education.

Additional Material1. Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team (MET) Case Study

Review the “MET Case Study.”
2. Problem-Solving Teams: Information for Parents and Educators

Read “Problem-Solving Teams: Information for Parents and Educators.”

Clinical Field Experience C: Understanding Specialized Assessments – The Role of the Specialist

Allocate 2 hours to complete this part of the Clinical Field Experience.

Interview a school specialist (occupational therapist, physical therapist, or speech pathologist) about diagnostic assessments and his or her role in the process of evaluating individuals with exceptionalities.  Your interview should address the following prompts:

1. The criteria and distinguishing factors of nonbiased formal and informal specialized diagnostic assessments;
2. Examples of and how nonbiased formal specialized diagnostic assessments are administered to individuals with exceptionalities, including any legal and ethical requirements;
3. How the school specialist interprets information from a nonbiased formal specialized diagnostic assessment;
4. How the school specialist interprets information from a nonbiased informal specialized diagnostic assessment;
5. How the assessment information is used in making eligibility, program and placement decisions for individuals with exceptionalities;
6. How the students need met if the assessment information does not result in a finding of a disability; and
7. Strategies in communicating specialized assessment results to various stakeholders.

In 250-500 words, summarize and reflect upon your interview. 

APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

Collaborating with Specialists

Review the Multidisciplinary Evaluation Team (MET) case study.

Using the case study, compose a 500-750-word analysis that identifies additional specialists and other individuals who should be included as part of the MET team. Include a discussion regarding specific information that should be elicited from the individuals identified above along with a rationale for your choices. Cite facts from the case study and a minimum of 2 outside references that supports your analysis.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

Topic 4 DQ 1 word- count 200

What specific information can a parent/guardian provide to assist in making academic decisions about individuals with exceptionalities?

Topic 4 DQ 2 word –  count 200

In what ways can knowledge or lack thereof, of diversity affect your role as a special education educator? Specifically address diversity as a part of families, cultures, and school.