Program Competencies for the Department of Special Education

1.⁠ ⁠Explain the fundamental principles and approaches of special education, apply them in professional practice, and advocate for them.
 2.⁠ ⁠Analyze the learning characteristics of students with special educational needs and reflect these characteristics in the educational process.
 3.⁠ ⁠Conduct appropriate assessment procedures to identify the individual characteristics and needs of students with special educational needs.
 4.⁠ ⁠Plan, implement, and evaluate instruction in various developmental and academic areas according to the characteristics of students with special educational needs.
 5.⁠ ⁠Develop, implement, and evaluate intervention programs that address students’ individual needs.
 6.⁠ ⁠Make necessary adaptations to the educational environment, instructional process, and assessment practices by considering students’ individual characteristics.
 7.⁠ ⁠Plan, implement, and evaluate evidence-based interventions aimed at preventing and reducing problem behaviors.
 8.⁠ ⁠Evaluate the individual, familial, and societal impacts of disabilities and incorporate these considerations into educational practices.
 9.⁠ ⁠Analyze the barriers that hinder the participation of individuals with disabilities in society and develop appropriate solutions.
10.⁠ ⁠Plan and implement activities to improve the attitudes and perspectives of families, individuals, and society toward special education.
11.⁠ ⁠Plan, implement, and evaluate activities that support the social adjustment of individuals with special educational needs.
12.⁠ ⁠Fulfill assigned duties and responsibilities independently or with limited supervision in a timely and effective manner.
13.⁠ ⁠Establish and maintain effective collaboration with colleagues, families, and other professionals.
14.⁠ ⁠Develop, implement, and evaluate solutions to professional problems encountered in the field.
15.⁠ ⁠Apply scientific methods and techniques used in the field of special education, analyze the data obtained, interpret the findings, and evaluate the results.
16.⁠ ⁠Access scientific knowledge, evaluate its reliability, and use it in special education practices.
17.⁠ ⁠Develop, implement, and evaluate social responsibility and community service projects that connect the field of special education with the surrounding community.
18.⁠ ⁠Fulfill professional duties, rights, and responsibilities in the field of special education in accordance with relevant laws, regulations, and legislation.
19.⁠ ⁠Make decisions in educational planning and implementation by considering societal values.
20.⁠ ⁠Apply universal ethical principles and human rights-based approaches in educational practices.
21.⁠ ⁠Participate in scientific, cultural, and artistic activities to support personal and professional development and integrate the knowledge and skills gained into professional practice.
22.⁠ ⁠Demonstrate professional attitudes and behaviors in accordance with ethical principles.
23.⁠ ⁠Select, use, and evaluate appropriate educational technologies in special education practices.

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