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It is vital that special education teachers understand the process   for identifying individuals with disabilities and involve general   education teachers, special education teachers, administration,   parents, and other experts. The most valuable part of this process is   collecting and analyzing data through the Response to Intervention   (RTI) or Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) processes. Teachers   will need to understand these processes, know how to follow the   processes, and be able to articulate the processes to other stakeholders.

For this assignment, take on the role of a special education teacher   at a K-5 elementary school. Your principal has asked you to prepare a   presentation to inform new general education teachers about the basics   of special education identification and referral, evaluation, and   eligibility for individuals with disabilities.

Create a 10-15 slide digital presentation on the topic of special   education referral, evaluation, and placement procedures.

Within your presentation:

• Review the RTI and MTSS processes and how they support     students with and without disabilities who are struggling   academically.
• Describe laws, policies, and procedures     regarding referrals, assessments, and placements for students who     have, or are suspected as having, a disability. Include which     individuals may make such a referral, and distinguish special     education identification from a special education referral.
• Identify rights and responsibilities of students being evaluated     for special education services, their parents, teachers, schools,     and other professionals within the evaluation process.
• Include a title slide, reference slide, and presenter’s   notes.

Your digital presentation should include graphics that are relevant   to the content, visually appealing, and use space appropriately.

Support your presentation with a minimum of three scholarly   resources, referencing all applicable laws and policies.

This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning   the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.