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Assessment Results and LRE Continuum (Scenario) [WLO: 1] [CLOs: 1, 2, 3, 4]

This discussion is your opportunity to demonstrate your understanding of using assessment results and data to accurately place exceptional learners in accordance with Least Restrictive Environment (LRE).

Prepare

Prior to beginning work on this discussion forum,

· Review the following sections in Chapters 1 and 8 in your Inclusion: Effective Practices for All Students text.

· Section 1.2: What Are Key Concepts That Support Inclusive Education?

· Section 8.1: What Formal Plans Are Required for Students With Disabilities for Effective Inclusive Education?

· Read Reflections on the Concept of the Least Restrictive Environment in Special Education.

· Read Envisioning an Improved Continuum of Special Education Services for Students With Learning Disabilities: Considering Intervention Intensity.

· Read Guiding IEP Teams on Meeting the Least Restrictive Environment Mandate.

· Review the Instructor Guidance lesson for this week.

· Read the scenario below.

· Thoroughly read the instructions for this discussion forum post.

· Complete the  ESE601 Week 3 Assessment Results and LRE Continuum Discussion Forum  (Links to an external site.)interactive focusing on choosing appropriate placement options based on evaluation results and pertinent data. Web Site: https://content.bridgepointeducation.com/curriculum/file/b5f022f0-f885-44d3-bda6-6946a722b053/1/ESE601_Week_Three_Discussion_Interactive.zip/story.html

 

Reflect

As you navigate this scenario, consider how you can apply these concepts and critical terms to your chosen path or learning environment in the field of education. Points to ponder as you begin:

P-12: Consider Texas state or educational standards your district (Lamar CISD) follows or the Common Core State Standards.

· Early Childhood: Consider The National Association for the Education of Young Children or your local education standards.

· Post-secondary: Consider the adult learning or training environments (e.g., educational, military, corporate environments) and standards aligning with professional learning.

 

Scenario

According to the Henry Evaluation Report document you reviewed in the Week 2 assignment, Henry will frequently look around the room before participating in whole-group activities, copying what his peers are doing, so not to be embarrassed that he does not understand the learning material or what is being asked. Both you and Mr. Franklin have observed this same documented behavior on multiple instances during classroom instruction and other activities. Because he has never been a behavior problem or disruptive, you are afraid that Henry’s introverted nature will cause him to fall further behind as his lack of progress goes unnoticed. It has been determined by a multi-disciplinary evaluation team that Henry has a specific learning disability, which negatively impacts his reading comprehension and ability to organize his thoughts on paper. Help Mr. Franklin and the evaluation and IEP teams discuss the most appropriate learning environment for Henry.

 

Take Action

Initial Post: Create an initial post in two to three paragraphs to

· Explain your recommendation to the evaluation and IEP teams for Henry’s placement (LRE) based on the evaluation results.

· Compose a strong and well-written rationale supporting your decision.

· Align and support your decisions with specific data from the Henry Evaluation Report.

· Discuss how this placement will foster educational success.

· Use scholarly literature to support your statements and responses.

· Refer to the Writing Center’s  APA: Citing Within Your Paper (Links to an external site.)  guide and the  Scholarly, Peer-Reviewed, and Other Credible Sources (Links to an external site.)  table if you need a refresher.