GCU SPD500 All Weeks Discussions Latest 2020 January

SPD500 Survey of Special Education-Mild to Moderate Disabilities

Week 1 Discussion

DQ1 In what ways can knowledge of diversity, or the lack thereof, affect your role as an educator? Specifically address diversity as a part of families, cultures, and school.

DQ2 Do you feel there are any students with disabilities who would not be successful in an inclusive classroom? Why or why not?

SPD500 Survey of Special Education-Mild to Moderate Disabilities

Week 2 Discussion

DQ1 Describe and defend a strategy that positively enhances the relationships between all students within an inclusive classroom.

DQ2 Why is it important, as an educator, to pay attention to the major milestones of development? Explain.

SPD500 Survey of Special Education-Mild to Moderate Disabilities

Week 3 Discussion

DQ1 According to GCU’s Statement on the Integration of Faith and Work, “we are assured that our work within the world matters to God and our neighbors, and that we honor God by serving others in ways that promote human flourishing.” Select a verse or quote that exemplifies your desire to become an educator. Explain how this quote applies to you and your journey towards being a teacher.

DQ2 How is an Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) different from an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)? Why are they different?

SPD500 Survey of Special Education-Mild to Moderate Disabilities

Week 4 Discussion

DQ1 Which stakeholders can identify academic or behavioral concerns? Why?

DQ2 What information can be shared with stakeholders outside of the IEP team regarding a student’s needs?

SPD500 Survey of Special Education-Mild to Moderate Disabilities

Week 5 Discussion

DQ1 Which of the teacher dispositions relates to the concept of fairness? How do you plan to display fairness in the classroom? Provide two concrete examples in the grade level you would like to teach.

DQ2 How do you plan to encourage your future students to be inclusive of all their classmates? Select a grade level and describe a strategy or activity that promotes learning and well-being of others in the classroom. Why do you believe this strategy would be a success?

SPD500 Survey of Special Education-Mild to Moderate Disabilities

Week 6 Discussion

DQ1 How does Universal Design for Learning (UDL) promote better teaching practices for all educators?

DQ2 How are the goals for Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and the Common Core or other state standards aligned to each other? Explain.