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Susan Asselin
Professor
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EDCT 5734 - Transition Programming for Individuals with Disabilities
3 credit, graduate level |
| Description: This is an in-depth study of transition policy, programs and services for individuals with disabilities. The course focuses upon the transition process especially preparation for employment and training at the secondary level, post-secondary education and community and independent living skills. The course examines specific strategies for identifying transition related needs of youth with disabilities, student and family involvement, the career-occupational preparation process, exploration of various transition education programs in secondary, post-secondary and adult settings, collaboration between educators, families, students and community service providers, and career and transition curriculum development. |
| Delivery: 100% Online. Course can be taken from any computer anywhere in the world. There are no scheduled meeting times. "Centra (direct audiographics communication in real-time from your personal computer)." |
| Restrictions: None |
| Computer Req: Reliable email and internet access. Use of Centra software requires a relatively fast machine and internet connection. Details. |
Notes: Textbook: Transition Planning for Secondary Students with Disabilities (2005), Merrill Prentice-Hall. Robert Flexer, Thomas J. Simmons, Pamela Luft & Robert M. Baer.
Course meets a requirement of the Career and Technical Education Masters Program and Special Education Masters Program in Learning Disabilities and Behavioral/Emotional Disorders. |
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