- Instructor: TNSTEP
Categories: Webinar
This condensed introduction to Special Education is designed for professionals, parents, or caregivers of children currently in special education, or who might need special education services. You will gain an overview of special education, including how to be an effective partner with the school team in the process. Participants will:
- Review the four parts of IDEA
- Define a child with a disability
- Learn the six principles of IDEA
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Training recorded and archived on 4/21/2020
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