ARD Facilitator Practicum

This course focuses on opportunities for learners to use the knowledge, understanding, and skills in the field of special education with emphasis on Admission Review and Dismissal facilitation. This course provides the framework for effective communication with educators, professionals, and families to develop effective plans for students in Special Education. Graduate students learn about the Special Education process, the various types of ARDs, and the purpose for each. They learn about developing effective individual education plans including goals, objects, determining process, accommodations and modification. The graduate students gain in-depth understanding of the Least Restrictive Environment and educational placements for students with disabilities. The students in the course utilize the state and federal requirements for ARD meetings, IEPS, and educational placements. This course contains a field-based service-learning component.