ESSI 635 - The Special Education Consultant

3 Credit(s)

This course focuses on the interpersonal relations, interaction patterns, interpersonal influence, and communication skills necessary to be a consultant in special and regular education. As part of this consulting process, students will examine, analyze, and apply a methodological model for consulting with teachers and other adults involved in the educational programming. In this class, students will develop the skills required for conducting a needs assessment, delivering staff in-service needs, and evaluating in-service sessions.

Grading Method: Letter grade.

Learning Outcomes:
1.understand the expectations, collaboration skills, and communication needs to be a successful school consultant.2.be comfortable administering a needs assessment for constituents.3.deliver professional learning based on best practices for learning4.evaluate the effectiveness of delivered professional learning.