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Discussion Post

I. Chapter 6 discussed a variety of strategies to address challenges to family involvement. Consider your current school setting and answer the following:

1. Which of these strategies are being implemented effectively by your colleagues and administration.

2. What is one challenge to family involvement that is not being addressed in your current school setting and what strategy would you recommend to address it.

II. In Chapter 12, you read about the inevitable conflict that occurs in special education, what is your greatest concern or key takeaway about conflict in the special education process?

Assignment: Interview of Special Education Administrator

Purpose

Synthesize information from the interview and related resources to create a summary or presentation that effectively communicates the key takeaways from the interview and their implications for inclusive education.

Overview

The purpose of this assignment is to gain insights into the role and responsibilities of a Special Education Administrator. In this assignment, you will conduct an interview with a Special Education Administrator to explore their professional background, experiences, challenges, and strategies in working with students with special needs. This interview will provide you with a deeper understanding of the field and its impact on the education system.

Tasks

I. Identify a Special Education Administrator who is willing to participate in the interview.

II. Conducting the Interview.

1. Schedule a suitable time for the interview with the Special Education Administrator.

2. Begin the interview by introducing yourself and explaining the purpose of the interview.

3. Ask the prepared questions and encourage the administrator to provide detailed responses.

4. Take notes during the interview or record the interview with permission to capture important points and key insights.

III. Interview Questions:

1. What is the most challenging part your role and why?

2. What is the most rewarding part your role?

3. What advice would you give on supervision of special education staff?

4. What advice would you give on supporting inclusion?

5. What advice would you give on supporting students with disabilities and implementing evidence-based practices?

6. What advice would you give to a first-year "general education" administrator?

7. What do you believe is the role of the building principal in special education?

8. What characteristics do you believe make aspiring administrators successful in creating inclusive environments and ensuring outcomes for all students?

IV. In Module, you will be required to select a current trend in special education and conduct research on the selected topic.

1. Think about an additional question to the administrator regarding the area of interest you will be writing for your Final Paper

V. After the interview, review your notes and reflect on the insights gained.

VI. Write a summary of the interview, highlighting the key points and significant takeaways.

VII. Analyze the implications for you as a future administrator.

VIII. Choose a format: Decide whether you want to submit a written report or create a presentation to showcase your findings. Consider the format that best suits your communication skills and the requirements of the assignment.