Supporting Every Learner with LRE

Overview:

“Learning and behavioral disabilities may lead to academic failure and dropout which may result in delinquency… Delinquent youth with disabilities may be more likely to be apprehended by police because of a lack of skills to plan strategies, avoid detection, interact appropriately, and comprehend questions and warnings during police encounters” [6]. [6] Platt, J.; & Alan, T. (2004) This training will focus on tailoring law-related education to students with special needs. Participants will model lesson plans designed to teach students practical law content as well as to help them develop problem-solving skills. Participants will also learn effective teaching strategies and tips for working with students with unique learning abilities. In addition to receiving a variety of lesson plans and materials, participants will learn how to modify existing lessons to fit the needs of their students.

Academy Objectives:

• Educate students with learning disabilities in law-related education
• Learn how to modify existing lesson plans to fit the needs of specific students
• Teach interactive lessons on various topics including juvenile law

Campus Issues Addressed:

• Lack of understanding laws and legal consequences
• Lack of understanding rights and responsibilities
• Lack of interest in school
• Lack of positive school involvement
• Bullying
• Drug abuse
• Youth violence

Faculty:

Ashley Cagnetta

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