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Enhancing Professionals' Interdisciplinary Competencies: Meeting the Needs of Children With Disabilities From Diverse Communities

Enhancing Professionals' Interdisciplinary Competencies: Meeting the Needs of Children With Disabilities From Diverse Communities
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Author(s): L. Lynn Stansberry Brusnahan (School of Education, University of St. Thomas, USA), Renee A. Hepperlen (School of Social Work, University of St. Thomas, USA)and Bonnie L. Ingelin (School of Education, University of St. Thomas, USA)
Copyright: 2023
Pages: 23
Source title: Handbook of Research on Interdisciplinary Preparation for Equitable Special Education
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Dena D. Slanda (University of Central Florida, USA)and Lindsey Pike (University of Central Florida, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-6684-6438-0.ch003

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Abstract

This chapter introduces interprofessional competencies and an assessment that can guide preparation and impact competency of interdisciplinary professionals working in special education to meet the needs of children with disabilities and families from diverse communities. Additionally, this chapter highlights examples of integrated preparation approaches that allow interdisciplinary professionals to learn about each other's discipline to advance their knowledge and skills to meet the needs of young children with disabilities from multicultural communities. These practices include: (a) virtual learning communities; (b) professional development micro credentials awarded by digital badges; (c) subject matter expert panels; and (d) combined field experiences.

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