Understanding Special Education Paper Assignment
EDUC 510
Understanding Special Education Paper Grading Rubric
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Criteria |
Levels of Achievement |
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Content |
Advanced |
Proficient |
Developing |
Not present |
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Introduction |
10 points The introduction provides a detailed description of special education and why it is necessary in schools. A scripture is used to support the inclusion of special education in schools. Scripture is supported by at least one sentence that explains why the scripture is appropriate. |
8 to 9 points The introduction provides a description of special education and why it is necessary in schools. Scriptural integration is included and supported with at least one sentence. |
1 to 7 points The introduction provides a limited description of special education and/or why it is necessary in schools AND/OR the introduction does not contain an appropriately supported scriptural reference. |
0 points The requirements are missing. |
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Laws |
18 to 20 points IDEA and the components of FAPE and LRE are described in detail. At least two citations from two scholarly resources are included in the description. |
17 points IDEA and the components of FAPE and LRE are described. At least two citations from one scholarly resource are included in the description. |
1 to 16 points IDEA and the components of FAPE and LRE are somewhat described AND one citation from one scholarly or non-scholarly resource is included or not included in the description. |
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Special Education Services |
18 to 20 points
The characteristics of students who receive special education services are described in detail. This part of the paper explains how students become eligible for special education services, and the types of services provided under special education. At least two citations from at least two scholarly resource are included in the description. |
17 points
The characteristics of students who receive special education services are described. This part of the paper explains how students become eligible for special education services, and the types of services provided under special education. At least two citations from one scholarly resource are included in the description. |
1 to 16 points
The characteristics of students who receive special education services are somewhat described. This part of the paper may or may not include a limited explanation of how students become eligible for special education services, and the types of services provided under special education. AND one citation from one scholarly or non-scholarly resource is included or not included in the description. |
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Service Delivery Models |
18 to 20 points
Three tiers of special education service delivery environments from least restrictive to most restrictive are described in detail. The type of student who would be best served in each type of environment is described in detail. At least two citations from at least two scholarly resources are included in the description. |
17 points
Three tiers of special education service delivery environments from least restrictive to most restrictive are described. The type of student who would be best served in each type of environment is described. At least two citations from at least one scholarly resource are included in the description. |
1 to 16 points
Three tiers of special education service delivery environments from least restrictive to most restrictive are somewhat described. The type of student who would be best served in each type of environment is somewhat described AND one citation from at least one scholarly or non-scholarly resources is included or not included in the description. |
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Conclusion |
10 points
Information shared in the previous sections of the paper is summarized in detail. Additional information or insight is included. A scriptural reference is included. Scripture is supported by at least one sentence that explains how it applies to the paper. |
8 to 9 points
Information shared in the previous sections of the paper is summarized. Additional information or insight is included. A scriptural reference is included. |
1 to 7 points
Some information shared in the previous sections of the paper is summarized. Additional information or insight is not included. A scriptural reference is not related to the paper or not included. |
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Structure |
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Grammar and Spelling |
10 points
Correct spelling and grammar are used throughout the essay. There are 0–2 errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content. |
8 to 9 points
There are 3–5 errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content. |
1 to 7 points
There are 6–10 errors in grammar or spelling that distract the reader from the content. |
0 points
There are more than 10 errors in spelling or grammar. |
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Word Count |
5 points The paper contains at least 1,000 words. |
4 points The paper contains 800-999 words. |
1 to 3 points The paper contains 51-799 words. |
0 points
The paper contains fewer than 50 words |
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APA Format |
5 points
There are 0–1 minor errors in APA format in the required items: font type and size, line spacing, citations, title page and reference page. |
4 points
There are 2–3 minor errors in APA format in the required items. |
1 to 3 points
There are more than 3 errors in APA format in the required items. |
0 points
The assignment does not follow APA format at all. |
EDUC 510
Understanding Special Education Paper Assignment
Instructions
Overview
Special education provides educational opportunities for students who need additional support to make academic or social progress in schools. All educators need to understand the components of special education because effective special education programs include collaboration with a variety of educators, administrators, and school staff.
Instructions
For this assignment, you will write a 1,000-word research-paper in current APA format that focuses on the characteristics of students receiving special education, the laws governing special education, service delivery models for students eligible for special education services, and Biblical principles that support the inclusion of special education services in schools. The paper should contain the following sections:
1. Introduction: Describe special education and why it is necessary. Include a Scriptural reference to support the necessity of special education in schools. Scripture must be supported by at least one sentence that explains how it relates to your discussion.
2. Laws: Provide a brief history of the law that established special education in schools (IDEA) and some of the important components of that law (FAPE, LRE). Citations from at least one scholarly resource are required.
3. Special Education Services: Describe the characteristics of students who receive special education services. How does a student become eligible for special education services? What kinds of services are provided under special education? Citations from at least one scholarly resource are required.
4. Service Delivery Models: Special education services can be administered in a variety of ways. Describe three tiers of special education service delivery environments from least restrictive to most restrictive. Discuss the type of student who would be best served in each type of environment. Citations from at least one scholarly resource are required.
5. Conclusion: Summarize the information shared in the previous sections of the paper. Include any additional information or insight you have gleaned from the process of writing this paper. Include a scriptural reference in the conclusion paragraph. Scripture should be supported by at least one sentence that explains how it applies to your discussion.
A title page and a reference page are required for this assignment.