SPEC 719 - Initial Clear Induction

1 unit
This course is designed to provide an opportunity for each candidate who has earned the preliminary education specialist credential: mild/moderate, moderate/severe, physical and health impairments, or early childhood special education; the candidate's school site mentors; and a university support provider to meet and collaboratively develop the candidate's individual induction plan (IIP). They assist in the implementation and evaluation of course activities. Candidates complete a series of situated learning activities, building upon their preliminary credential experience. Formative Assessment for California Teachers (FACT) is used throughout the course. In the final meeting of this course, a written IIP document will be completed that will guide and document the planned clear induction program of the candidate.
May not be audited; Graded CR/NC; Students may take up to 2 semesters to complete the course.