Translating,Research,Innovation,and Policy into Practice: Interdisciplinary Transition Leadership Training (MS #97.05)

Abstract

Transition leadership competencies that address outcome-based and student centered services stem from direct experience in delivering transition services across special education, vocational education, and rehabilitation disciplines. Doctoral trainees in transition at Kent State University are provided a program of studies and opportunities for leadership activities which are built upon their experiences as teachers, coordinators, counselors, and program developers. The doctoral program in Transition Leadership at Kent State University uses in-depth study and intensive field work to instill values and competencies which cross special education, rehabilitation, and vocational education. Through the use of an Individualized Leadership Career Plan, leadership goals and interdisciplinary competencies of each student are identified and focused on activities which foster translation of research into practice. A program description and formative evaluation are presented to demonstrate impacts of the program on research and practice.

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