Special Education Evaluation Webinar Series
Audience: Educators, Other District/School Staff | Topic: Assessment, Behavior, Data, Family, School and Community Partnering, Learning Supports, Mental and Behavioral Health, Special Education | Hosted by: Office of Special Education
Requirement for School / District Staff: N/A
Webinar format
Join our five-part webinar series on foundational concepts of special education evaluation! This series will cover essential topics to ensure thorough evaluations, foster strong partnerships with families, address cultural diversity, utilize alternative assessment methods, and effectively communicate assessment findings.
This event is open to public educators across Colorado, especially professionals who are new to special education or those needing a refresher on evidence-based foundational strategies in special education evaluation.
Series Logistics
Costs
There is no cost associated with CDE trainings.
Webinar Information
- All sessions will be held via Zoom.
- Length of Time 1 ½ hours
- Time of Day: 8 - 9:30 am
- These sessions will not be recorded.
Certificate
Attendees will receive an evaluation that must be complete to obtain 1 ½ hours of CEUs for each session
Registration
Registration will close two weeks prior to each date.
Session Descriptions
Session 1: Comprehensiveness in Special Education Evaluation and Data-Based Decision Making
Date: September 24, 2024
Session 1 Objectives:
- Understand the importance of comprehensive evaluations.
- Explore different assessment tools and strategies.
- Utilize data to inform evaluations and implement data-driven practices in schools.
- Provide practical resources for evaluation planning and implementation.
Session 2: Best Practices in Non-Discriminatory Assessment for Special Education
Date: October 29, 2024
Session 2 Objectives:
- Ensure fairness and equity in assessments.
- Address cultural and linguistic considerations.
- Avoid bias in testing and evaluation.
- Discuss practical resources for non-discriminatory assessment practices.
Session 3: Meaningful Family Participation and Collaboration in the Special Education Evaluation Process
Date: December 17, 2024
Session 3 Objectives:
- Effectively involve families in the evaluation process.
- Build strong collaborative relationships with families.
- Incorporate family perspectives into decision-making.
- Share practical resources for family engagement and collaboration.
Session 4: Best Practices in Teleassessment: Leveraging Technology for Effective Evaluations
Date: January 28, 2025
Session 4 Objectives:
- Adapt assessments for remote delivery using technology.
- Ensure reliability and validity in teleassessments.
- Address specific challenges and considerations in remote evaluations.
- Utilize practical resources, including tools and writing aids, to enhance teleassessment effectiveness.
Session 5: Effective Psychoeducational Reports and Data Communication
Date: March 5, 2025
Session 5 Objectives:
- Write clear and concise psychoeducational reports.
- Ensure reports are accessible and understandable for all stakeholders.
- Include actionable recommendations in reports.
- Provide practical resources for writing effective psychoeducational reports and communicating assessment data.
Event Date and Time
- Tuesday, September 24, 2024 - 8:00am to 9:30am
- Tuesday, October 29, 2024 - 8:00am to 9:30am
- Tuesday, December 17, 2024 - 8:00am to 9:30am
- Tuesday, January 28, 2025 - 8:00am to 9:30am
- Wednesday, March 5, 2025 - 8:00am to 9:30am
Location
OnlineCertificate
1 ½ hours of CEUs are available for each session
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