My Experience In Special Education

In order to share my personal philosophy of special education, the first priority is to explain the definition of disability that I am working from. In their book, Exceptional Learners, authors Hallahan, Kaufman, and Pullen define disability as an inability to do something, a diminished capacity to perform in a specific way; an impairment (2015, p.4). This definition is important because of the objective nature it presents for those with disabilities. Nowhere in the definition does it say how to treat people with disabilities, whether it is rude to stare, or to what degree a person should be pitied. The definition explains how a disability simply is an inability to do something. People with disabilities are people. They are normal. They simply have challenges

When I receive my bachelor’s degree in Special Education, I want to teach in elementary schools. I feel as though if you can start teaching the students in an inclusive classroom at a young age, everyone around will understand them more. I believe that if you can get the non-disabled kids to understand that the only thing that makes the disabled kids different from them is their disability, then they will start to associate with one another while their young. By them doing this, they are slowly becoming friends. Getting them to become friends at a young age is really important because it will limit the idea of the child that has a disability being bullied or teased by an individual that does not have a disability because he/she will understand them. While I

The time is now to become a Special Education Teacher. I believe the best fit for my academic and vocational goals is the UWM Exceptional Education Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification Program.

People are thought as child to dream big and reach for their goals. Throughout grade school to high school there are often asked what inspires them. Some people dream to become police officers, dancers, lawyers, and doctors. There are some people who chooses to become an educator. As they journey through college, to pursue the knowledge needed for their career, their passion leads them to special education. These teachers fine this career to be job satisfying, have empathy for the children, and the vacancy of the position viability. Not all teacher feel the same however, over time their dissatisfied with their job and leave because their brunt out.

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One of the most essential aspects of the educational process is to know how to motivate students for learning. A challenging part of being a teacher is to know and learn how to motivate students. First of all, a good definition for motivation is as Byrnes quote “Motivation is construct

After one year's work experience as a case manager, I want to return to academic study and undertake my graduate degree with The University of Texas- Pan American Master of Education in Special Education. As stated above, I work as a case manager with Aim, LLC, providing case management and mentoring by using intensive supervision services incorporating GPS monitoring to keep at-risk youth in school within the San Antonio and Judson Independent School Districts. Working with at-risk youth has made me come to the realization of a rapidly growing population, the special needs students. Many students with learning disabilities who lack proper evaluation skip school or at times even drop out due to not receiving the help they need to stay in school.

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INTRODUCTION I am lucky to be able to say that throughout my whole life I have had a strong support system. I think that is the largest contribution to why I am prepared to leave this part of my life, depart, and discover for myself what is out there waiting for me. I have been surrounded with people who continuously love me, support my decisions, and provide me with unique and valuable opportunities. These people are my friends, family, and mentors. GENERAL-EDUCATION I have never had a normal education, and I don’t regret that choice at all.

When I was asked to reflect on my experiences in EDSE 316 and the fieldwork, I had to think long and hard on how I would sum up four months of classes and fieldwork into four pages. I have learned so much about the various disabilities and how it has change the world of special education. I think a better term would be the “endless possibilities of education”. It wasn’t too long ago when children with disabilities would be stuck in a room in the back of school only to be seen in the beginning and end of the school day. They were the ones who rode the other buses and no one really talked about. This class has allowed me to speak of my own family and how special education impacted my life. I have a brother whose whole life was spent in the special education class, and my own sons with speech and learning disabilities who are now receiving special education services. It also allowed me to reflect on my own participation in the special education program in my early elementary years when I was struggling with my own speech disability. This class gave me the chance to see the timeline of special education, from its earliest beginnings to what it is now.

My philosophy of teaching has come from many years of teaching experience here in the Beacon City School District. As I reflect on my beliefs regarding teaching and learning, I find that my mission as a teacher is to promote positive learning, to spark enthusiasm for learning, and to provide a strong foundation for lifelong learners, which corresponds with your mission statement here at J.V. Forrestal.

As professional early childcare educators, it very important for us to have a clear and precise understanding of the different children in our classrooms. Just by skimming your class you may have some children that have obvious disabilities, and others whose disability is not so noticeable just by looking at the child. The disabilities can come from several things that occur at conception (genetics) to things long after birth (seizure). These things can require the child to be seen by a special education teacher. There are some children who have more than one special need and requires intervention that may include seeing a specialist.

This study intends to explore on the services offered to students with disabilities, and the outcomes of these services to their education and career goals. It will examine if the obstacles faced by special needs children have to do with how effective the policies are in addressing the needs of such children. This study is important to children with disabilities because it can help them discover the education opportunities available for them, the institutions they can rely on for economic support, and the treatment they should expect from the society.

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