You may choose to go through these modules in any order. It is estimated it will take 30-45 minutes to complete each module. Upon completion of your three modules each semester, please complete the evaluation and submit a form to earn your certificate of completion. These are found on the Conclusion page
The CSUF induction program is for Multiple Subject, Single Subject and Education Specialist Educators. Many of you are VERY experienced and knowledgeable and experienced in supporting students with special needs including Neurodivergent Learners, Gifted and Talented Learners. You also have extensive experience with collaboration between Ed. Specialists and Gen Ed. Educators, the IEP process and engaging the family in the education of their learners.
This module is more intended for our Gen Ed Educators but I encourage the Ed Specialists to share their expertise with all of us on this Padlet. Please add your name.
Read this article to get a good description of what to expect during an IEP meeting.
Watch this video for tips for planning and running IEP meetings.
This video discusses how to organize and IEP binder.
This site has a LOT of resources for IEP meetings. Some of them are from TPT and have a fee though ;-(
Explore then Bookmark this site for everything you need to know about the policies and resources offered by the Ca. Dept of Ed.
Strategies for effective GE/SPed collaboration can be found at this site.
Read about Co-teaching that works: special and general educators’ perspectives on collaboration in this Edutopia article.
Read about and get good ideas for collaboration related to EIPs at this site.
This is a great resource for Ed. Specialists to guide collaboration with Gen. Ed. Educators
This site does a great job of giving easy to implement strategies for Gen Ed teachers to support students with special needs.
This is a great resource from the Learning Disabilities Association.
Explore this site if you have learners with Down Syndrome in your classroom.
This is a great resource for teachers of students with Autism.
This is the Padlet created by mentors in Spring 2025. Some excellent tips were shared!