Explain in detail the steps involved in the transition planning process. Provide relevant examples in your answer

Question

What will be an ideal response?

Answer 1

Key elements of the transition process include:
• Transition process starts very early—expose students to a range of post-secondary issues early enough so that they can “dream” about their futures. Dream phase needs to be followed by a realistic exploration of careers and other post-school topics.
• Involves addressing post-school topics when opportunities arise in the curriculum or during instruction.
• Prior to age 16, there must be a comprehensive assessment of needs, preferences, interests, and strengths using age-appropriate instruments or techniques. Sometimes more in-depth assessment may be needed to determine the specific transition needs of a student.
• There must be collaboration among home, school, and adult agencies with the purpose of increasing a student’s ability to respond with knowledge, skills, experience, and supports.
• Specific transition goals and activities need to be developed that address the “transition needs” of the students. Measurable postsecondary goals that are student-driven need to be identified and clarified.
• Prior to a student leaving school through graduation or reaching the age of 22, a student-oriented summary of performance must be developed to assist the student with certain aspects of his or her life after high school.