WORKSHOP: Free online Special ed system self study course for parents

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FREE SPECIAL EDUCATION SYSTEM SELF STUDY COURSE FOR PARENTS Partners

> in Education is a 3 hour interactive one line self-study course designed

> to

> help parents of children with disabilities navigate the special education

> system and help their children make the most of their potential. his

> course has been developed to give you the practical skills you need to

> create an inclusive, quality education for your child. The national

> Partners in Policymaking program from Minnesota developed the course.

> After completing this course, you will:

> Understand the history of education of children with developmental

> disabilities;

> Know and understand the key laws governing special education and how they

> protect your child's rights;

> Understand your role in your child's educational experience;

> Recognize the elements of an individualized education program and the role

> parents play in its creation and implementation;

> Know how to advocate for your child to ensure a positive, quality

> educational experience;

> Understand your rights to due process if you feel your child's educational

> rights have been violated.

> The course is currently in its evaluation phase so it's free!!!! After

> the evaluation phase, there will be a charge. Go to:

> http://www.partnersinpolicymaking.com/education/index.html. TAKE THE

> COURSE to help us evaluate this new Partners in Policymaking e-learning

> course.

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