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National College of Education (NCE)
Professor: Lauren Kornhauser, MAT, LBS-1
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: 312-261-3268
Office Hours: M, T, W: 2-5pm, Th: 4-6pm, F: 9-
Chicago Campus, Suite 3013 (P.A.C.E. Program Office)
SPE 545
Assistive Technology
COURSE INFORMATION
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
This blended course will provide a hands-on examination of the use of instructional and
assistive technology as it relates to teaching and learning and successful integration of
students with disabilities. Included in this course will be exploration of hardware and
software developed specifically for students with disabilities, as well as hardware and
software that can be adapted for use with students with disabilities.
Prerequisite(s):
SPE 500
Co-requisite(s):
None
Instructional Materials
Required Textbooks:
Textbook:
Bowden Carpenter, L., Johnston, L.B., Beard, L.A. (2014). Assistive Technology: Access
for All Students. (3rd Edition). Pearson eText with Loose-Leaf Version.
Required Subscriptions:
Accounts for Weebly: www.weebly.com , and Twitter: www.twitter.com
Other required materials:
Course Number: SPE 545
Course Name: Assistive Technology
Start & End Date: April-June 2015
Credit Hours: 2 SH
Campus Location: Chicago
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There may be assigned readings of printed materials and online resources.
Course Goals And Expected Student Learning Outcomes:
Teaching and Students The student who successfully completes this course will:
• describe and demonstrate how people with disabilities can access and benefit from
telecommunication technologies and the Internet. (CEC # 3, IL PTS #1M, 2I,
3K, 3L, 4G, CC #4Z)
• model and demonstrate ways to incorporate instructional strategies in teaching to
enhance inclusive teaching (CEC # 7, IL PTS # 4R, 6K, 6O, LBS I # 4P
• describe and demonstrate the use of multimedia and hypermedia for people with
disabilities. (CEC #3, IL PTS #3L, 4M, CC # 4N)
• describe and demonstrate the use of assistive technology which provides access to
careers for people with disabilities. (CEC #3, IL PTS #2G, 4C, CC # 6J, 6M)
• develop methods of using technology to access learning for people with disabilities.
(CEC #3, IL PTS #3K, CC #6K, 6L, LBS I #2C, 4B, 6M)
• compare cultural implications of assistive technology usage in academic and
community settings. (CEC #3, IL PTS #3E, 3I, 3J, 3N, 8Q, CC #5O)
Teaching and Curriculum
The student who successfully completes this course will:
• identify and evaluate technologies that maximize the potential of people with
disabilities. (CEC #8 IL PTS #1H, 4H, 4R, 6A, CC #2B, 5EE, LBS I #4F)
• identify technologies that support a curriculum based on universal design principles
(CC#4P, 4Q, 4R, 6C, 6J, 6L, 6N, IL PTS#1K, 3D, 3K, 4R, 6O)
Teaching and Instruction The student who successfully completes this course will:
• describe and demonstrate the use of assistive technology solutions that facilitate
language skills, both written and oral, remedial skills, functional skills, and life
skills. (CEC #7, IL PTS #1I, 1K, 2G, 3H, 4J, 4K, 4N, 4O, CC #2O, 4H, 4P)
• describe and demonstrate ways of integrating instructional and assistive technology
into the educational program (CEC #7, CC#4P, 4Q, 4R)
• describe and demonstrate the use of assistive technology solutions that facilitate
inclusion in academic learning settings. (CEC #4, IL PTS #1J, 2H, 4P, CC #3H,
4J, 4X, 6N, LBS I #4G)
• develop skills in using technologies to assess students and monitor instructional
process (IL PTS#1I, 4G, 4H, 8M, 8P)
Teaching and the Environment
The student who successfully completes this course will:
evaluate teaching and learning processes using assistive technology which
facilitate their successful use in inclusive situations. (CEC #5, IL PTS #4B, 4D,
4E, 4F, 4I, 4L, 6B, 6C, CC #4R, 4Y, 5N, 5U)
Teaching and the Profession
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The student who successfully completes this course will:
facilitate the team decision-making of appropriate assistive technology for
students with disabilities. (CEC #10, IL PTS #4Q, 4S, 9R, 10H, 11T, CC #1B,
8A)
Specific external standards being addressed (if applicable):
The standards addressed are matched to the goals above. They come from the following
sources:
Illinois Teacher Preparation Standards (IPTS)
Shared University Level Outcomes associated with the course:
Students acquire content and conceptual knowledge
Students integrate content and conceptual knowledge into practice
Students communicate effectively to others
Students assess logically and critically to construct new knowledge
Students discern and enact social awareness, self-awareness and respect for human
diversity
Students work collaboratively
NATIONAL COLLEGE OF EDUCATION CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK OUTCOMES
ASSOCIATED WITH THE COURSE:
This course relates to the NCE Conceptual Framework, in particular to the following points:
National College of Education is a professional community advocating for all learners.
NCE faculty and candidates use scholarly habits of mind and methods of inquiry in
order to affect P-12 student learning by:
Envisioning, articulating, and modeling a vision of democratic and progressive
education
Designing powerful learning environments that:
integrate appropriate technologies
utilize multiple meaningful assessments
enable self-directed learning
Working collaboratively in diverse communities and with diverse learners to
achieve learning goals
Advocating for democratic values, equity, access and resources to assure
educational success for all
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NCE faculty and candidates continuously demonstrate a high standard of professional
ethics by:
Cultivating curiosity and excitement for learning in themselves and others
Respecting and learning from other people, cultures and points of view
Demonstrating a caring attitude in recognizing the needs of others and acting to
promote their growth
Acting with confidence and self-knowledge to assume professional leadership roles
and responsibilities
Using information from self and others to continuously improve
University Technology Requirements
At minimum, students are expected access to have the following technology:
You will need regular access to a computer and a connection to the Internet. High-
speed access via broadband, satellite, or direct subscriber line (DSL) will greatly
enhance your class experience. This is a blended course with both face-to-face
meetings augmented with online activities and assignments. Course materials and
instruction are presented using both formats. A student cannot expect to complete the
course using only the syllabus as a guide. It is your responsibility to obtain computer
access and maintain connectivity throughout the entire length of the course regardless
of where you are. If you have difficulty with your home computer, please use the
university’s resources, a local public computer or a computer at work instead. You
will also need to have access to the Microsoft Office suite of software. This includes
Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Work will not be accepted in other formats given
this course is focused partially on the development of technology. NLU provides all
students with an email account. Email will be accepted through the NLU Online
Campus Desire2Learn email and NLU email. You are also expected to purchase a
LiveText account.
The course website is through Weebly and can be accessed at:
http://nluspe545.weebly.com/
Technology Competencies- At minimum, students are expected to have the following
technology competencies:
Read and send NLU email and include attachments when needed
Browse to files on your hard drive, save files, and attach files using a browser file
management interface
Meet any browser requirements and system of your learning management system
(weebly.com). There is a browser check tool available to you when you log in.
Access and work with files of various types. Besides Web pages, this may include
.pdf, .doc, .docx, .txt, .rtf, xls, .ppt, and so forth. (Hint: Microsoft Office users can
help with older versions of the software by saving as .doc, for example, rather than
.docx when they are creating a file to be shared.)
View and interact with various kinds of multimedia resources both from inside this
course and on the Internet.
Allow cookies from this site.
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Allow pop-ups from this site. (A "pop-up" might be a definition you need or a
question in a quiz you are taking. it can still look like a pop-up to your browser.
Have a back-up plan if your computer, Internet access, or other technology goes
down. Don't let technology failures derail your progress.
Prior to the course, you should be able to produce and submit word-processed work
using Microsoft Word or Google Drive. Many of the documents and articles available
online will be formatted as Portable Document Files (PDFs), which requires Adobe®
Reader® for viewing. If you do not have the Adobe® Reader® software, you can
download and install it from http://get.adobe.com/reader/ Some of the course content
may require that you have multimedia players (such as the Macromedia® Flash®
ATL SPE 527 player), which you can download and install from
http://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/ and Shockwave® player, which you can download
and install from http://get.adobe.com/shockwave/ called plug-ins because they are
added to your Internet browser.
Additional technology requirements for this course include the following:
Weebly.com & Twitter Subscriptions/Accounts
COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND GRADING
Course Requirements
Participation
Each student is expected to participate in such ways as to provide evidence of
careful reading of required material and serious consideration of the course
content and class assignments. Participation includes attendance, timely arrival
and active involvement in class discussions.
Critical Reading Reflection
Reflect on your thoughts and ideas after completing the reading to deepen your
understanding of the reading
o Reflect -Think about what you have read. Reflections are not summaries
of what you read. Rather, they are a synthesis of your personal thoughts
and reflections on the relevance of what you have read.
o Connect - Analyze the reading. How does this experience relate to earlier
ones? How does it connect to what you already know, believe or feel?
Does it reinforce or expand your view?
o Apply - Consider the future impact of the experience on you and the
community, How can you use what I have learned? How can you use it in
similar situations? Include what you were thinking as you read the text and
how you will use the information in your teaching.
UDL Activity
Go to the UDLcenter.com http://udltheorypractice.cast.org/login and join.
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Read the book/explore the site Universal Design theory and practice
Write a paper explaining UDL, the importance of using UDL with all students,
why we are talking about UDL in a course on assistive technology and how you
plan on implementing UDL in your teaching. I expect in depth critical thinking
for this assignment!
Resource Handbook
For this project, design a resource handbook of technology tools that have been
collected over the course of the semester. At least ten different applications and
ten pieces of hardware/software will be identified. The handbook will include
descriptions of the applications, hardware and software, information about
obtaining the item, and an example of how the item could be used by at least three
different types of students (having three different conditions). For example, you
might select a text-to-speech application, describe it in detail, and discuss how it
could be used with students with visual impairments, learning disabilities, and
speech impairments. Include the name of the item, (where it can be found); what
is it used for; who is it designed for; your opinion/evaluation; and price.
Weebly Learning Management System (LMS) Project
Create a website for your hypothetical classroom using Weebly.com (basic
accounts are free). The site should have a homepage and pages for at least 3
different class subjects (language arts, math, reading, science, etc.). Each class
page should include a student-accessible lesson, with links and materials needed
for the student to complete the lesson. For each lesson, incorporate or provide
options of various assistive technology tools and strategies that could compliment,
or help to modify the lesson for the student. Your homepage should include your
general classroom (grade, school, etc.) and instructor information, as well as a
brief description of how your classroom should use your LMS. Be creative, make
it fun and interactive!
Websites will be presented in class. Written descriptions and reflections will be
submitted through the SPE 545 Weebly site (nluspe545.weebly.com).
Case Studies
Information on several children will be presented in the final session of the
course. They will be new children for you to be working with. Working in a small
group, you will complete the SETT framework for each child. What are your
concerns about the child and what will you do in your classroom to make the
child successful. You will present your child and your findings to the group.
Final Reflection
A final reflection is to be written at the completion of the course. This reflection
should include what you have learned in this course, and what you are taking with
you from this experience.
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COURSE GRADES:
Participation 50
Critical Reading Reflections 80
UDL Activity 40
Resource Handbook 40
Weebly LMS Project 50
Case Studies 20
Final Reflection 20
300
GRADING SCALE:
Final Percentage Letter Grade
91-100 A
82-90 B
73-81 C
64-72 D
F
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NATIONAL LOUIS UNIVERSITY POLICIES:
University Grading Policy
The grading policies can be found in the National Louis University Policy Handbook and
University Catalog.
Drop-Add Policy
Requests to drop classes are processed through the Academic Advising Center. Students must
officially drop in writing. The university policy regarding dropping or adding a course can be
found at http://www.nl.edu/advising/registration/regulations.cfm under the "Regulations"
heading. Questions about dropping courses can be directed to 888.658.8632, option 2.
Academic Learning Support Tutoring and Learning Support
Comprehensive online and in-person tutoring and learning support are available to all students.
Students may access this resource at http://www.nl.edu/t4/studentservices/learningsupport/.
Online Tutoring Service
(Smarthinking): http://libguides.nl.edu/smarthinking
Face to Face Tutoring Information http://www.nl.edu/t4/studentservices/learningsupport/tutoringandlearningsupport/ For additional
questions, contact
Learning Support: 312.261.3374 or [email protected].
National College of Education National College of Education Conceptual Framework
NCE Faculty and candidates use scholarly habits of mind and methods of inquiry in order to
affect P-12 student learning by:
Envisioning, articulating, and modeling democratic and progressive education
Designing powerful learning environments that:
o integrate appropriate technologies
o utilize multiple meaningful assessments
o enable self-directed learning
Working collaboratively in diverse communities and with diverse learners to achieve
learning goals
Advocating for democratic values, equity, access and resources to assure educational success
for all
NCE Faculty and candidates continuously demonstrate a high standard of professional ethics by:
Cultivating curiosity and excitement for learning in themselves and others
Respecting and learning from other peoples, cultures, and points of view
Demonstrating a caring attitude in recognizing the needs of others and acting to promote their
growth
Acting with confidence and self-knowledge to assume professional leadership roles and
responsibilities
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Using information from self and others to continuously improve
Diversity, Access and Equity
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 and University policy, we
work hard to ensure that all facilities and programs are accessible to students with special needs.
All accommodations provided are based on individual need substantiated by medical
documentation. For information or questions about accessibility or special accommodations,
please contact Library & Learning Support at 888.658.8632 x3188 [email protected].
Equal Opportunity
National Louis University affords equal opportunity to all qualified persons regardless of race,
color, age, creed, religion, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, disability,
political beliefs, marital status, military status, and unfavorable military discharge other than
dishonorable. Any student with questions or concerns about any type of discrimination is
encouraged to contact the Department of Diversity, Access and Equity at 847.947.5275 or
Religious Observance
If religious observance will cause a student to be absent from class or otherwise affect his or her
ability to complete academic assignments, he or she must notify the instructor in advance and
make necessary arrangements to complete the entire course.
National Louis University Policies and Statements
Students can find a full description of student policies and procedures in the National Louis
University Student Guidebook. Please be particularly aware of the following policies as they
apply to your coursework.
Academic Honesty and Plagiarism
With respect to the academic honesty of students, it is expected that all material submitted as part
of any class exercise, in or out of class, is the actual work of the student whose name appears on
the material or is properly documented otherwise. Academic honesty includes plagiarism as well
as receiving and/or giving improper assistance and other forms of cheating on coursework.
Students found to have engaged in academic dishonesty are subject to disciplinary action and
may be dismissed from the University. Faculty has the right to analyze and evaluate students'
course work. When evidence of academic dishonesty is discovered, an established procedure of
resolution will be activated to bring the matter to closure.
The Policy on Academic Honesty is in the online University Catalog and in the Student
Guidebook as a hard copy. The online Student Handbook can be found at
www.nl.edu/StudentServices/studentaffairs/StudentHandbook/.
For resources on how to cite properly and avoid plagiarism, please visit NLU Learning Support’s
guide at http://libguides.nl.edu/plagiarism. For an interactive tutorial on how to avoid plagiarism,
go to http://www-apps.umuc.edu/vailtutor/index.html.
Standards of Conduct and Student Discipline
The University requires an environment conducive to intellectual and personal growth of its
students. National Louis University seeks to cultivate a sense of personal integrity in each of its
students. Students are expected, therefore, to strive toward this objective and to develop as
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individuals in a manner that is consistent with the educational purposes of the University.
Standards of Conduct and Student Discipline can be found in the National Louis University
Policy Handbook.
Policy on Student Disciplinary Hearings & Appeals Systems
National Louis University focuses attention on the development of a student’s potential by
encouraging self-discipline, fostering a respect for the rights of others, and encouraging
cooperation with the regulations of the University. The Policy on Student Disciplinary Hearings
& Appeals Systems can be found in the National Louis University Policy Handbook.
Policy on Sexual Harassment
National Louis University seeks to provide for its students, faculty, administration, and staff an
environment that is free from sexual harassment. The Policy on Sexual Harassment can be found
in the National Louis University Policy Handbook
Grievance Procedures Non-Academic Grievances
The University Student Ombudsman (USO) is the primary contact for students seeking
resolution to their non –academic problems. The NLU Ombudsman can be reached at
312.261.3461.
Academic Decision Appeals
Students may only appeal academic decisions under a policy or procedure. All academic policies
and procedures can be found in the National Louis University Policy Handbook. Students must
initiate the appeal process within 30 business days following formal (documented) notification of
the decision by contacting the individual responsible for the decision (e.g., the instructor who
assigned a grade or the administrator who informed the person of the decision) to attempt
informal resolution of the disagreement. The student may also consult with an academic advisor,
program director, department chair, or student services professional to obtain informal
assistance. (Such consultation does not initiate the appeal process.) For Academic Decision
Appeals, please contact the Dean’s Office at the specific college related to the course:
College of Arts and Sciences: 888.658.8632 x3378
College of Management and Business: 888.658.8632 x3609
National College of Education: 888.658.8632 x5065
Student Privacy
In compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974, National
Louis University protects the rights of students and their parents with relation to the accuracy
and privacy of their educational records. In accordance with the provisions of this act, National
Louis University has established basic policies to prevent the release of any personally
identifiable information regarding any of its students, without first having received the consent of
the student (or, in some instances, the parent).
Student Resources
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Help Desk & Technical User Support
Help Desk staff are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through a toll-free number.
Toll Free Phone: 886-813-1177 ex. 4357 on campus.
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Important University Dates
See National Louis University’s Academic Calendar.
University Catalog
The University Catalog contains official statements on University programs and academic
policies and should be carefully consulted for any details. Program-specific information is also
described in the handbooks of University programs.
Student Services
See this list of National Louis University’s wide array of services for students.
NLU Student Wellness
Counseling Services
Students seeking counseling referrals should contact the Office of Student Life at 888.658.8632
x2443. Students may obtain the names of licensed therapists in their community from the Office
of Student affairs. The cost of counseling outside the university is incurred by the student; not by
National Louis University.
Health Services
National Louis University does not have a health professional on campus available to students. If
a medical emergency occurs on campus, students should call 911. For more information, contact
the Office of Student Affairs at 888.658.8632 x3568.
Quick Links
Academic Advising: 888.658.8632 x5900 • [email protected] • www.nl.edu/advising
Accessibility/Special Accommodations: 888.658.8632 x3188 • [email protected].
Accreditation: http://www.nl.edu/t4/about/accreditation/ Admissions: 888.658.8632 x5151 •
www.nl.edu/oar
Alumni: 312.261.3159 •[email protected] Campus Locations (Illinois): 888.658.8632 •
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Career Services: 888.658.8632 x3270 •[email protected] •
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Course Schedule Enrollment: 888.658.8632 • www.nl.edu/admissions
Facilities: 888.658.8632 • Chicago x3333 • Elgin x8800 • Lisle x4444 • Skokie x2222 •
Wheeling x5555
Student Finance/Financial Aid: 888.658.8632 x5350 • [email protected] •
www.nl.edu/studentfinance
Harrison Fellows Scholarship: 888.327.4182 • [email protected] •
www.nl.edu/harrisonfellows
Help Desk/Technical Student Support: 866.813.1177 • On campus: x4357 •
oit.nl.edu/services_helpdesk.cfm
Learning Support: 888.658.8632 x3374 • [email protected] • www.nl.edu/lls
Library: 888.658.8632 x3376 • [email protected] • www.nl.edu/library
NLU Virtual Bookstore: 877.284.6744 • [email protected] • www.nl.edu/bookstore
NLU Catalog and Course Information
Ombudsman: 888.658.8632 x3461 • [email protected] • www.nl.edu/ombudsman
Prior Learning Assessment: 800.443.5522 x4319 • www.nl.edu/pla.
Registrar: 888.658.8632 x5718 • [email protected] • www.nl.edu/oar
Smartthinking: 800.443.5522 x3374 • [email protected]
Student Experience and Student Life: 888.658.8632 x3568 • [email protected] •
ww.nl.edu/studentexperience
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Veterans Program: 888.658.8632 x3262 • www.nl.edu/veterans
ADDITIONAL COURSE POLICIES AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Writing Quality
All assignments are to be word processed and double-spaced, following APA guidelines and
grammatical writing standards.
People First Language
All assignments must be completed using People First Language. Points will be deducted if these
conventions are not followed. The following websites represent additional resources on People
First Language:
Snow, K. (2003). People first language. Retrieved on December 28, 2013 from
http://www.disabilityisnatural.com/explore/people-first-language
West Virginia Developmental Disabilities Council. (n.d.). People first language.
Retrieved on December 28, 2013, from
http://www.ddc.wv.gov/about/councilpolicies/Pages/PeopleFirstLanguage.aspx
Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities. (n.d.). Describing people with disabilities.
Retrieved on December 28, 2013, from http://tcdd.texas.gov/resources/people-first-
language/
Ask For HELP!
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If you are having a problem, probably someone else is having the same problem and someone
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Attendance
Attendance is important to the accomplishment of university curriculum objectives. Regular
attendance, active participation and preparedness in all classes, and seminars, both face-to-face
and online, is required. In case of an unexpected emergency, contact the instructor in writing
(email) and if possible, in advance of the seminar or class being missed, and an alternate
assignment may be required based on the instructor's policy. Students who miss more than one
class or seminar may not be able to fulfill the requirements for passing the course and may have
to withdraw. An unexcused absence may result in a lowering of the final grade.
Coursework
Assignments are due on time, and collegiate quality of written work is expected. Considerations
for late submissions should be arranged in advance with the instructor and may not receive full
credit without prior consent of the instructors. All work must be grammatically and mechanically
correct. Instructors may place additional requirements on coursework. Students will be notified
as soon as possible if performance on any of the classroom expectations needs improvement or
falls below the passing level.
Incompletes/In-Progress
In-Progress grade should be avoided and can only be given if 80% of the work of the course is
completed, and will only be given by the discretion of the Instructor.
This syllabus is subject to modification to correct errors,
and to make additions or deletions to improve the course.
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SPE 545
Assistive Technology/Technology for Special Education
Timeline – Spring 2015
Class Topic Reading Due Assignment Due
1 Introduction &
Overview of Assistive
Technology
Computer Access
2 Universal Design for
Learning
UDL Theory & Practice:
http://udltheorypractice.cast.org/
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Bowden Carpenter – Ch 1 & 2
Critical Reflection
3 AT for Young Students
Bowden Carpenter – Ch. 4 UDL Paper
Critical Reflection
4 AT for Students w/LD
AT & Inclusion
Bowden Carpenter – Ch. 5 Critical Reflection
5 AT for Communication,
AAC
Bowden Carpenter – Ch. 6 & 7 Critical Reflection
6 AT for Sensory
Impairments
AT for Students w/ASD
Bowden Carpenter – Ch. 8 & 9 Critical Reflection
7 AT for Reading &
Writing
Bowden Carpenter Ch. 10 Critical Reflection
8 AT Assessment & IEPs Bowden Carpenter – Ch. 3 Resource Handbooks
Critical Reflection
9 Application of What
We Have Learned
In-Class Case Study
Critical Reflection
10 Student Presentations
Wrap Up
Weebly LMS Projects
Final Reflection