COURSE DESCRIPTION:
In this 3 hour course, participants will review historic educational events of equity and inclusion of all individuals that shaped American society. Discussions will include how societal inequities impact the education achievement gap, individuals with special needs, understanding implicit bias and engaging in equity literacy to foster long-term change. 
 
This course costs $32 per participant.
 
PREREQUISITES: 
There are no prerequisites required for completing this course.
 
HOURS BREAKDOWN:
0.3 IACET CEUs or 3 Core of Knowledge Hours: Professionalism- 2, Special Needs- 1
 
COURSE LOGISTICS, MATERIALS & EQUIPMENT:
This course is offered in-person and virtually. 
Virtual: A laptop, computer or tablet that includes a functional camera, microphone and headphones/speaker is required in order to complete this course virtually. A phone device is not acceptable. A Powerpoint Handout will be provided to each participant via email prior to their scheduled course.
In-Person: A Powerpoint Handout will be provided to each registered participant. Participants should bring a pen or pencil for note taking. 
The Instructor will utilize Powerpoint slides and speech to present the content material. A variety of videos, charts and tables may be utilized to demonstrate content ideas and concepts. 
 
LEARNING OUTCOMES/OBJECTIVES:
Participants will be able to:
Articulate a personal philosophical perspective, including values and beliefs about high-quality care and education for all children and youth.
 Develop positive images of people that promote equity and inclusion of all children and youth with special needs, special health care needs and/or developmental delays or disabilities. 
Demonstrate a respect for the range of strengths, talents, and abilities among individuals. 
Identify and utilize skills and attitudes that reflect equitable, responsible, sensitive, and respectful attitudes in working with all children, youth and their families. 

 
LEARNER ASSESSMENT METHOD:
Participants' knowledge will be assessed through a Post-Assessment via Google Form and the Google Form link will be provided to each participant immediately following a course. The assessment will include multiple choice and/or matching questions to test comprehension. Upon successful completion and receiving a 75% or higher, participants will receive their certificate by email. 
 
CRITERIA FOR EARNING IACET CEUs:
Participants will be awarded their certificates when the following has been met:
Course has been paid in full.
Participants have attended the course from beginning to end.
Participants have completed the Post-Assessment, scoring a 75% or higher.