Reference no: EM133587840

Homework: Interview Project- Person with a Disability or an Agency that Serves People with Disabilities

Description

This is your interview homework and you have some good choice in how you conduct your project. Expect to spend approximately 10 hours, spread out over about two weeks. The opportunity before you is to build upon your readings and lectures and interview an individual with a disability. Alternatively, choose to interview an agency that serves people with disabilities. I hope you can create a meaningful piece of work that serves as your final for our course.

Objective:

The objective of this homework is to provide you with an opportunity to gain insight into the experiences and perspectives of individuals with disabilities or the agencies that serve them. By conducting an interview, students will develop a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and the resources available to support them. This project aims to enhance students' awareness, empathy, and knowledge of the field of special education. As your professor, it is my hope that this can be a transformative experience for you, but please do not put pressure on yourself. Just dive in and engage with someone or some entity and trust your choice and process. Now, here are some helpful instructions to complete your task. I hope the work flows with ease for you.

Instructions:

I. Select a Person with a Disability or an Agency: Each student will choose either an individual with a disability or an agency that serves people with disabilities as the focus of their interview project. The selection should be based on personal interest and relevance to the field of special education.

II. Interview Preparation: Before conducting the interview, students should research and familiarize themselves with the chosen individual or agency. Explore their background, experiences, services provided, challenges faced, and any other relevant information. Prepare a list of thoughtful and meaningful questions to guide the interview process.

III. Conduct the Interview: Students will schedule and conduct an interview with their chosen person with a disability or a representative from the selected agency. The interview can be conducted in person, over the phone, or via video conference. Students should demonstrate professionalism, sensitivity, and respect throughout the interview process. Record the interview with the consent of the interviewee, ensuring accuracy in capturing their responses.

IV. Reflection and Analysis: After the interview, students should reflect on the insights gained and analyze the interviewee's perspectives and experiences. Identify key themes, challenges, and strengths observed during the interview. Consider how the information aligns with the concepts and principles discussed in the course.

V. Project Report: Compile the findings from the interview, reflection, and analysis into a comprehensive project report. The report should include an introduction, background information about the interviewee or agency, a summary of the interview, reflection on the experience, analysis of the interviewee's perspectives, and a conclusion.