A Model for Aligning Self-Determination and General Curriculum Standards

• Published in: Teaching exceptional children Vol. 40; no. 3; pp. 53 - 64
• Main Authors: Konrad, Moira, Walker, Allison R., Fowler, Catherine H., Test, David W., Wood, Wendy M.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Los Angeles, CA SAGE Publications 01.01.2008; Council for Exceptional Children; SAGE PUBLICATIONS, INC
• Subjects: Academic Education; Curriculum; Decision Making; Disabilities; Educational Strategies; Individualized Education Programs; Individualized Instruction; Self Determination; Skill development; Special education; State laws; Student Needs; Students; Surveys; Teacher Attitudes; Teaching Methods

Ms. Smith and Ms. Alvarez, special education teachers at Harris Middle School, have had many conversations about how to balance all their responsibilities. They are accountable for teaching academic content standards, and they also must address their students' individual needs, including self-d...