Special Educ: Evaluation/Law (EDSP 535)

Term: 2021-2022 Spring Term

Faculty

Dr. Len SpearingShow MyInfo popup for Dr. Len Spearing

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Dr. Crystal ClarkShow MyInfo popup for Dr. Crystal Clark

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Schedule

Wed, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM (1/10/2022 - 5/4/2022) Location: MAIN MH 311

Description

Designed to examine relevant and current practices in assessment and evaluation of students with disabilities. Participants will study the impact of informal as well as standardized testing requirements and their effect on students with disabilities. Legal ramifications as aligned with state and federal regulations and policies related to special education, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and civil rights will be reviewed and discussed. In addition, adaptations and accommodations including alternate assessment for students with disabilities being tested in a variety (i.e. classroom assessment, mandated state tests, IEP specially designed instruction, and others) of school related circumstances will be examined from different perspectives.