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Figure 1
. Conceptual Model for ITEP Blocks.
Supervised intensive field experiences begin in Block II. Abernathy and Taylor (2013) provide a
full description of the program, theoretical influences and evaluation data of ITEP.
Figure 2
Structure of the ITEP Blocks.
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
English Math Fine Arts
Intro to Special Education
Social Science
15 total credits
English Math or Science
Students w/ Diverse Ability & Backgrounds
Educational Technology
Core Humanities A
15 total credits
Core Humanities
Math or Science
Book Selection For Children
Family Involvement
Core Humanities B
15 total credits
Block 1 “Exploring”
Intro to Teaching in Inclusive Classroom
Exploring Teaching &Learning:
Practicum/Seminar (1cr)
Educational Psychology
Law and Ethics in Education
Core Humanities C
Math or Science
16 total credits
Block 2 “Developing”
Literacy in Elem/Special Ed: K-‐3
Integrated Science, Math, Tech
Assessment for Special Educ Teacher
“Developing” Practicum/Seminar
Capstone
Block 3 “Engaging”
Literacy in Elem/Special Ed: 4-‐8
Math Instruction Elem/Special Ed
Social Studies for Elem/Special Ed
Special Education Curric: Elem
“Engaging” Practicum/Seminar
Practicum/
Seminar
Foundations
Literacy
Methods
Content Area
Methods
Special
Education
Intensive