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Self - Determination

 

A Self - Determined person:

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has control over their life and future
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is empowered
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an actor in one's own life and not acted upon
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makes choices based on preferences, interests, wants and needs
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sets and strives for personal goals
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advocates on own behalf
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understands strengths and weaknesses
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regulates own behavior in a positive manner

 

Educational Outcome:

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students become self sufficient learners
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students take control over their learning
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the students become more involved in their educational programs
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students self - direct their learning
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students modify and regulate their behavior
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educators enable students to teach themselves

 

Student Involvement in Elementary Years

Set Daily Goals

Become aware of behavior and how it effects others

Self - management

Asks for help

Be provided opportunities to make mistakes as teachable moments

Attend ARD meetings (starting by 4th grade)

 

 

       Student Involvement in Middle School Years

Identify own disability

Recognize how disability affects learning

Set personal goals

Identify and understand necessary accommodations and modifications

Help to write IEP goals and objectives

 Student Involvement in High School Years:

Help facilitate ARD meetings

Self advocate in all classes

Continue to follow through on personal goals

 

 

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