Download or read book Examining the Reliability and Validity of a Self determination Assessment for Transition Planning written by Christine Rae Peper and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Self Determination written by Michael L. Wehmeyer and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2007-01-05 with total page 209 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "There is not available a more comprehensive book in the area of self-determination." —Melinda Pierson, Department of Special Education California State University, Fullerton "Unique because it provides direction for teaching and supporting self-determined behavior across all age groups and also within the general education classroom and curricula." —Marianne Mooney, Senior Research Associate TransCen, Inc., Post-Secondary Learning and Careers Give students with disabilities powerful tools for success in school and in life! Michael Wehmeyer and Sharon Field present research-proven instructional strategies that empower special needs students at all grade levels to make their own decisions. Self-Determination offers detailed and current practitioner-oriented approaches in combination with extensive teacher reproducibles—all within the context of inclusion, standards-based reform, and access to the general curriculum. Linked to the IDEA requirement for individualized transition plans, this user-friendly resource assists practitioners in teaching the skills necessary for making decisions about employment, job skills, further schooling, and independent living. Educators will discover how to: Encourage students to become their own advocates by practicing assertive behavior Use needs-assessment techniques to determine the level of instruction required for each student Teach effective choice making, problem solving, and goal setting Support both families and fellow educators in their efforts to teach self-determination skills Special education teachers, general educators, and administrators will find this handbook an invaluable guide for helping students establish their own goals and plan for a strong and healthy future!
Download or read book Assessment for Transitions Planning written by Gary M. Clark and published by Pro-Ed. This book was released on 2007 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Assess for Success written by Patricia L. Sitlington and published by Corwin Press. This book was released on 2007-04-05 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Makes a distinct contribution to the field, addressing a critical area of responsibility for schools under IDEA 2004." —Gary Clark, Professor of Special Education University of Kansas "Will become a valuable resource to many stakeholders." —Jeanne Repetto, Professor of Special Education University of Florida Help students with disabilities transition successfully into adult life! Assisting students with disabilities in planning for their future as adults offers both challenges and unique opportunities for educators. An authoritative guidebook for Individualized Education Program (IEP) and Individualized Transition Planning teams, Assess for Success, Second Edition, helps students, special educators, and families define appropriate goals—including postsecondary education and employment choices—for the transition to adult life. New resources in the revised edition emphasize practical transition assessment techniques with sample forms for community assessment, job analysis, and vocational training analysis. Written by a team of highly respected authors, and aligned with the reauthorization of IDEA 2004, the text discusses self-determination and career development, and demonstrates how to: Utilize methods for transition assessment Use assessment outcomes in IEP development Collaborate effectively with team members and other participants Match students to appropriate transition environments Students with disabilities can successfully transition into adult life when they are supported by solid planning, realistic goals, and a team of caring individuals who want to ensure the best possible outcome.
Download or read book Reliability and Validity of the self determination Student Scale with an Adjudicated Incarcerated Delinquent Population written by Kalvin Holt and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this study was to determine the reliability and validity of the "Self- Determination Student Scale" ("SDSS"), with an adjudicated and incarcerated delinquent youth population in state operated medium, closed and high secure juvenile delinquent treatment facilities. The research design was ex post facto, and the data was derived from secondary data obtained from a Bureau of Juvenile Justice transition planning study. The underlying data for this study consisted of scores on of scores on the "Self- Determination Student Survey" ("SDSS"), (N=268). The "SDSS" is a 92 item student response instruments that provides both an affective and cognitive domain. The primary scale yields scores pertaining to the construct of self-determination. Specifically, students are assessed on the following: the degree to which they possess self awareness, self-esteem, planning abilities, a willingness to take action, and insight into the consequences of their experiences. 60 The statistical analysis included a Cronbach Alpha to determine the reliability of the instrument and a Confirmatory Factor Analysis to validate the construct validity of the "SDSS." The findings substantiated the "SDSS" as a reliable measure for this sample of youth residents of juvenile justice residential treatment centers. Construct validity was not achieved, primarily as a result of non-independence among the latent variables. Several of the sub scales were found to have a high degree of correlation with the latent variables despite the model's shortcoming. This holds promise for future research efforts involving a revision of this instrument with adjudicated incarcerated delinquent youth in state training schools.
Download or read book Improving Transition Domains by Examining Self determination Proficiency Among Gender and Race of Secondary Adolescents with Specific Learning Disabilities written by Barbara A. Garrett and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Secondary adolescents with disabilities (AWD) have been mandated participants in their Individual Education Plan (IEP) and Individual Transition Plan (ITP) meetings since 1990, yet overprotective and well-meaning adults have assumed their advocacy role (Janiga & Costenbader, 2002). This has weakened their (secondary AWD) ability to become self-determined. Secondary AWD should be involved with the development, implementation and execution of services and supports in their IEP/ITP in order to benefit from their participation in general education as well as develop self-determination skills. To improve transition outcomes, this study examined self-determination and socio-cultural factors (race/ethnic and gender groups) among secondary adolescents with disabilities by differentiating baseline skills among race and gender groups. The two independent variables were race/ethnicity and gender. The dependent variables were the self-determination total score and each of four domain total scores (Autonomy, Self-Regulation, Psychological Empowerment, and Self-Realization) of the Arc's Self-Determination Scale. The literature revealed that there was not a standard for self-determination training programs for students with disabilities and teachers (Brunello-Prudencio, 2001). However, empirical data has emphasized that socio-cultural development (i.e. gender and race) could impact self-determination. Understanding the socio-cultural perspective of race/ethnicity and gender on self-determination has the potential to improve transition practices as well as highlight the importance for self-determination (Trainor, 2005). This study utilized information from the Arc's Self-Determination Scale (Wehmeyer & Kelchner, 1995) score of secondary adolescents with disabilities to determine whether differences existed among race/ethnic and gender groups. Research findings from this study indicated significant differences in total scores among race/ethnic groups for: (1) the autonomy domain (the ability to express personal preferences or beliefs); (2) self-determination; and (3) there was no significant difference for gender on either domain score or self-determination total scores. This research revealed that a self-determination assessment instrument could be used to isolate essential abilities and behaviors by gender and race for secondary adolescents with disabilities. To promote positive outcomes among deficit areas of self-determination for secondary adolescents with disabilities, this researcher recommended differentiated strategies for educational practitioners. Differentiated strategies could focus on collaborative learning communities, experiential learning options, and reduced emphasis on competitive learning environments.
Download or read book Self determination and Transition Planning written by Karrie A. Shogren and published by Brookes Transition to Adulthoo. This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Self-determination has a powerful positive impact on post-school outcomes for young adults with disabilities--but how can educators teach students the skills they need to make their own choices and achieve their goals as they enter adulthood? This empowering guidebook shows the way. Packed with practical, research-validated guidance on explicitly teaching self-determination skills , this book helps educators support students in communicating their interests and needs, setting and reaching goals, and managing their own lives. Ready-to-use worksheets and activities will help students take an active role in their transition planning, and true case stories highlight the benefits of self-determination instruction: smoother transitions, improved behavior, and fulfilling lives beyond the classroom. DISCOVER HOW TO Assess a student's current level of self-determination Teach essential skills that strengthen self-determination Embed individualized supports and instructional activities within a student's existing education program Create repeated opportunities for students to practice their self-determination skills Collaborate effectively with students and families Develop strong person-centered support teams with the student taking a lead role in transition planning Build support for self-determination across entire schools and communities Teach essential self-determination skills: Expressing preferences Making choices Self-management skills Goal setting and attainment Self-advocacy skills This book is part of the Brookes Publishing Transition to Adulthood Series
Download or read book Transition Assessment written by Caren L. Sax and published by Paul H Brookes Publishing. This book was released on 2002 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 1 For Whom the Test is Second - 2 Person Centered Planning - 3 Self Determined Assessment - 4 The Three Cs of Family Involvement - 5 Information Assessment Procedures - 6 Measuring What's Important - 7 Assessing Individual Needs for Assistive Technology - 8 Vocational and Career Assessment - 9 Transition Service Integration Model - 10 Putting Transition into Action.
Download or read book Assessment and Intervention written by Thomas E. Scruggs and published by Emerald Group Publishing. This book was released on 2011-03-31 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes chapters on curriculum based measurement and response to intervention, dynamic assessment and working memory, diagnostic accuracy and functional diagnosis, assessment of social behavior, assessment and intervention in reading and writing, and assessment and intervention in social and emotional competence and self-determination.
Download or read book Self determination Strategies for Adolescents in Transition written by Sharon Field and published by Pro-Ed. This book was released on 1998 with total page 58 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Demystifying Transition Assessment written by Colleen A. Thoma and published by Transition. This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This practical guide demystifies the what, when, why, and how of collecting transition assessment data-and using the results to help students with disabilities prepare for adulthood. Includes ready-to-use sample forms and a quick-reference guide to mor
Download or read book Assess for Success written by Patricia L. Sitlington and published by Council Exceptional Children. This book was released on 1996-01-01 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This handbook offers guidelines for the successful transition of students with disabilities into adult life and is designed to be used by everyone on the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team, including the student and family members. The first chapter provides an overview of the transition assessment process, including purpose and the laws requiring a transition assessment. Chapter 2 looks at transition assessment and career development. It provides a checklist and assessment questions to help teachers identify where along the career path of awareness, exploration, preparation, and assimilation a student is functioning. Chapter 3 focuses on integrating the results of transition assessment into the IEP. Sample case studies and transition goals and objectives are provided. Chapter 4 considers the role of the student in the transition assessment process and the development of self-determination skills. Chapter 5 discusses the role of family members, special education and general education teachers, support staff, and adult services providers in the transition process. Chapter 6 suggests methods to collect information on the student's strengths, needs, interests, and preferences. The final chapter offers a format for making the best match between the demands of future environments and the individual student. Appendices offer a list of commercially available measures and sample community, job, vocational, and program assessment forms. (DB)
Download or read book Self determination Theory as a Model for Vocational Rehabilitation Engagement for Transition aged Young Adult Consumers written by Seneca E. Sharp and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The purpose of this study was to examine the predictive ability of a self-determination theory framework as an engagement model for transition-aged young adults (TAYA) with disabilities accessing public vocational rehabilitation services. Participants completed an online survey with demographic questions, self-determination constructs, and vocational rehabilitation (VR) engagement. Data analysis utilized correlations, multiple regression analysis, and mediator and moderator analyses. The findings of this study provided support for self-determination theory model in predicting positive engagement in VR. The hierarchical regression analysis accounted for 48% of the variance in VR engagement. Autonomy mediated the relationship between functional disability and VR engagement. Results of the study provide empirical evidence supporting the predictive validity of a self-determination model for transition-aged young adults' levels of engagement in state-federal VR services. Future research could validate the model based on other outcome measures relevant to TAYA postsecondary outcomes (e.g. work, levels of independent living, life satisfaction, quality of life) and investigate clinical interventions aimed at improving VR engagement based on the preliminary findings of the present study.
Download or read book Instructional Strategies for Students With Mild Moderate and Severe Intellectual Disability written by Richard M. Gargiulo and published by SAGE Publications. This book was released on 2017-01-20 with total page 575 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Strategies for Students with Mild, Moderate, and Severe Intellectual Disabilities is a textbook for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in special and general education teacher preparation programs (as well as practicing professionals) offering a solid, research based text on instructional methodologies for teaching students with intellectual disability across the spectrum of intellectual abilities. The book addresses both academic and functional curricula in addition to behavioral interventions. Additionally, Instructional Strategies for Students Mild, Moderate, and Severe Intellectual Disability adopts developmental or life span approach covering preschool through adolescence and young adulthood.
Download or read book Increasing the Knowledge and Competencies Needed for Active Participation in Transition Planning written by Angela Patti and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Given their dismal postschool outcomes, students with emotional and behavioral disorders (EBD) are in dire need of effective methods to increase their involvement in the transition process. It is believed that through this increased involvement, students with EBD may have greater opportunity to realize success in their postschool endeavors. This single-subject research study examined the effects of a self-determination program, the CD-ROM version of the Self-Advocacy Strategy, on the transition-related knowledge and skills of students with EBD. After strategy instruction, the students were able to better respond to transition-related probe questions and scored higher on a self-report measure of self-determination. Some students were also able to contribute more in mock transition planning meetings after strategy instruction as compared to before strategy instruction. Implications, limitations, and directions for future research are discussed.
Download or read book THEORY IN SELF DETERMINATION written by Michael L. Wehmeyer and published by Charles C Thomas Publisher. This book was released on 2003-01-01 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This text provides a comprehensive overview of three theoretical perspectives proposed during the past decade addressing the self-determination construct as it applies to the field of special education. The three models were selected primarily because they have focused on defining and categorizing self-determination for all students with disabilities, including students with mental retardation and other cognitive disabilities. These models are intended to provide students and practitioners a solid grounding in self-determination theory. All models have been evaluated among students with cognitive disabilities but are applicable to all students with or without disabilities. The authors research each model and have applied their own theoretical framework to special education, ensuring that interventions to promote skills like problem solving, goal setting, decision making, and self-advocacy are in place for all students. By reading this text, the reader will gain a solid, theoretically based foundation in understanding the self-determination construct which ultimately supports the development of instructional interventions that enable students with disabilities to become self-determined. It will be useful as a text in upper undergraduate and graduate courses in special education, psychology, social work/welfare, general education, vocational rehabilitation and disability studies.
Download or read book Handbook of Research Based Practices for Educating Students with Intellectual Disability written by Karrie A. Shogren and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2016-10-14 with total page 525 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Handbook of Research-Based Practices for Educating Students with Intellectual Disability provides an integrated, transdisciplinary overview of research-based practices for teaching students with intellectual disability. This comprehensive volume emphasizes education across life stages, from early intervention in schools through the transition to adulthood, and highlights major educational and support needs of children and youth with intellectual disability. The implications of history, recent research, and existing information are positioned to systematically advance new practices and explore promising possibilities in the field. Driven by the collaboration of accomplished, nationally recognized professionals of varied approaches and philosophies, the book emphasizes practices that have been shown to be effective through multiple methodologies, so as to help readers select interventions based on the evidence of their effectiveness.
