SPED 562 - Practicum: Special Education (Capstone)

Credits: 3-6

This field based experience with learners with mild, moderate, and severe disabilities at the P-12 level serves as a capstone assignment in the Special Educator Endorsement Program. Students are provided the opportunity to apply and demonstrate proficiency in the competencies specified throughout previously completed coursework and field studies. Students participate in the full spectrum of activities, including those that occur in the regular classroom setting and within the assigned special education program at the P-12 school level. A comprehensive work sample reflecting advanced involvement in assessment, planning, instruction, management, and consultation is required. A field log describing and documenting the required hours of experience in both regular and special education settings is to be submitted. A final evaluation indicating proficiency levels in specified program competencies is completed by the cooperating teacher and university supervisor.

Prerequisites: Admission to Special Educator Endorsement Program. Student must have graduate standing to register for this course.