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I think this class is about identifying the special needs and disabilities students may have. I also think this class is about how to best help those students progress in order for them to have the best education experience possible.

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What do you hope to learn in this class?

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What do you hope to learn in this class?

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I hope to learn about the different disabilities, and how best to help the special education students I am working with this year in my Elementary school.

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What are your expectations for yourself as a student? As a future teacher?

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What are your expectations for yourself as a student? As a future teacher?

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My expectations are that I stay engaged, collaborate with other students, and to be inclusive. As a teacher I would also like to keep these expectations. I want to be able to stay engaged with my students, and collaborate with peers, colleagues, and fellow teachers. One thing that is important to me as a teacher is to be inclusive. Students are more receptive to understanding teachers who go out of their way to be inclusive, despite differences the student may have with their peers. I want to be the teacher that makes all of my students feel like a somebody, and to not single them out for being different.

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Will the kind of student you are now reflect on the type of teacher you might become? Why or why not?

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Will the kind of student you are now reflect on the type of teacher you might become? Why or why not?

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I have struggled with procrastinating in the past. Last semester I managed to stay on top of due dates and I hope to continue that this semester as well. I have been more organized as a student and I think that will help me become a better teacher. I want to model for my students being proactive, reaching out for help if needed, and staying organized. Pursuing these habits as a student will help it come more naturally as a teacher.

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Do you have preconceived notions about Special Needs Learners? If so, what are they?

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Do you have preconceived notions about Special Needs Learners? If so, what are they?

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I previously thought of those with special needs as those with severe physical and mental disabilities. However, when two of my nephews were identified as qualifying under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, my perception quickly changed. Both of my nephews have ADHD and are now on medication for it. One of my nephews also has Dyslexia in addition to his ADHD. With the help of interventions from the school district and their medical team they now perform at a level similar to their peers, and it has been an honor to watch them progress in their education.

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What issues will you face in your journey to become a teacher? How can this class help you overcome these issues?

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What issues will you face in your journey to become a teacher? How can this class help you overcome these issues?

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I believe I will mainly face the issue of time management. I am working full time and attending full time classes online, so good time management is necessary. I think this class will help me develop time management skills by submitting assignments on time and keeping track of due dates. Balancing work and school will hopefully help me in developing those skills further.

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What do you plan to do to be successful in this course?

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What do you plan to do to be successful in this course?

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I plan to work ahead in the class, or at least not fall behind. I am working full time as a special education paraeducator, and I am attending classes full time online. The key to success for me is staying on top of due dates and assignments.