In this course, students use procedures involved in the evaluation process for determination of eligibility for special education. Students develop the skills necessary to administer and interpret assessment tools commonly used by early intervention staff and early childhood special education teachers. Under the supervision of the district mentor, students review early support and services records and/or school records, gather information, observe an evaluation team meeting, consult with district evaluators, and review a variety of assessment tools and evaluation reports for young children through age 8. Students participate in preparing an assessment plan, administering chosen assessment tools, and writing assessment reports. Emphasis is placed on working with team members in the evaluation process.

This is an introductory, fast-paced course on the role of the digital learning specialist and the available technology tools to improve teaching and learning. Candidates will formulate a vision for what type of digital learning specialist they will become. Individually and collaboratively, candidates will reduce fear, embrace exploration of technology in all facets and manifestations while building practical technical skills. Candidates will learn to find and evaluate resources, applications, tools and software both for teaching and their own learning. The class emphasizes the development of on-going 'self-propelled' professional development and reflection habits.

Effective leaders promote the success for all students by nurturing and sustaining a school culture of reflective practice, high expectations and continuous learning for staff, to include instructional leadership, innovation, 21st Century demands, technology integration, data-driven decision-making and support of NH State Reform priorities. The primary focus will be a commitment to high standards, cultural proficiency, communications, continuous learning, shared vision, risk-taking and problem solving.

Learning in formal and informal contexts and cultural aspects of learning and development with an emphasis on childhood and adolescence. Theories of learning including behaviorism, constructivism, sociocultural, and design perspectives. Topics include research and varied cultural perspectives on intelligence, motivation, identity and the self, concept learning and knowledge, noncognitive aspects of learning, social and emotional learning, deficit thinking and social justice perspectives, design-based perspectives on educational innovation, and assessment. Junior and Senior status. Special fee.