A DirectSTEP^® eLearning course from LRP

This course is designed for paraprofessionals who work with students both in general education and special education instructional and non-instructional school settings. It will take approximately one hour to complete.

This course provides information about general education grade-level curriculum and learning targets based on state and national standards. The major focus areas for the standards as well as the requirement under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) for individualized education program (IEP) goals to be linked to grade-level standards is explained. Learning phases, instructional techniques that are evidence-based, and learning strategies are also covered in this course. This information provides a foundation for paraprofessionals who support students with special needs in accessing the core curriculum.