Field Experience B: Advocacy
Allocate at least 2 hours to complete this field experience.
Visit a local disability advocacy organization and interview an administrator regarding:
- Relationship of special education to the organization, and function of educational agencies;
- Continuum of placement and services available for individuals with exceptionalities;
- Publications relevant to individuals with exceptionalities;
- Information provided on exceptionalities;
- Activities relevant to individuals with exceptionalities;
- Culturally responsive factors that promote effective communication and collaboration with individuals with exceptionalities, families, school personnel, and community members;
- Roles of professional groups and referral agencies in identifying, assessing, and providing services to individuals with exceptionalities; and
- Any resources to assist in programming for individuals with exceptionalities.
In 250-500 words, summarize and reflect upon your interview and explain how you
will use your findings in your future professional practice.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide,
located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.
This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment
to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.
You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.
Document the hours and locations that you spend in the field on your Clinical Field
Experience Verification Form.
Submit the Clinical Field Experience Verification Form with the last assignment by the assignment due date. Directions for submitting can be found on the College of
Education site in the Student Success Center.
