MODULE DESCRIPTION:

The purpose of this module is to introduce teacher candidates, practicing teachers, parents, community providers, and other interested parties to Transition Services for students identified with various disabilities. The intent of this module is to not only present what is required by the legal mandates surrounding transition, but to identify issues and practices that support successful movement for secondary students. The major domains imbedded in transition planning are introduced, including: secondary education, community access, independent living, vocational training, employment, and adult services. At the completion of this module the participants will have a broad understanding of the importance of transition planning for students with disabilities as they move into secondary education and on into the adult world.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROFICIENCIES:

IPSB Standards for Teachers of Students with Exceptional Needs:

Standard # 1:

Performance # 4 - Establishes respectful and productive relationships with students,
families, and colleagues.
Performance # 6 - Maintains links with professional resources to keep updated on
state and federal regulations regarding special education services
and procedures.

Standard # 3:

Performance # 8 - Identifies necessary supports for appropriate educational services.
Performance # 9 - Is a perceptive observer of learner’s strengths and needs.
Performance # 11 - Prepares students to be effective participants in the assessment
process.

Standard # 4:

Performance # 5 - Utilizes knowledge of community and school resources in
designing relevant learning opportunities which transfer to the
individual learner’s current and future life.

INSTRUCTIONAL OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of this module the individual will be able to:

1. Understand the principles behind the implementation of transition planning for students with disabilities.
2. Locate and interpret the federal and state guidelines and expectations surrounding transition planning for students with disabilities.
3. Identify the components necessary for successful transition planning.
4. Review an Individual Transition Plan and its components.
5. Address each of the identified transition domains and indicate methods for reaching student outcomes.
6. Locate resources for each transition domain, with emphasis on community connections and adult agency support services.

INSTRUCTIONAL EVENTS:

1. Instructional event #1 - Read the Overview

2. Instructional event #2

3. Instructional event #3

4. Instructional event #4

5. Instructional event #5

6. Instructional event #6 - Closing Thoughts