Reflective Transition Questions

1. What does "outcome orientation" mean in providing transitional services"?

2. How will an "outcome orientation" impact the educational experiences we provide to learners with disabilities? Identify at least three specific changes you would make in your practices.

3. How will we identify the transition related "strengths, needs, preferences and interests" of students with disabilities? When should we start doing this?

4. Identify at least four activities that represent transitional services as a "coordinated set of activities".

5. Describe the first step you would take in initiating transition services. How would you do this and when would you do it?

6. Identify two ways the Vocational Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act support students in transition.

7. Identify how you could utilize a Minnesota Workforce Center in community based instruction to address transition needs. What would be your objective for training?

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