The Taxonomy for Transition Programming

So today, while I don't have a specific activity for the classroom, I would be remiss if I didn't mention the Taxonomy for Transition Programming. I am in the process of writing a major paper in this area. I am going to provide you with a brief overview.

First, the taxonomy consists of five areas that need to be considered when engaged in transition programming: Student-focused Planning, Student Development, Interagency Collaboration, Family involvement, and Program Structure.

Each of these areas has sub-areas that need to be considered. While I will not list all these areas here, a few include Student Participation under Student-focused Planning, Family Training under Family Involvement, and Collective Framework under Interagency Collaboration. Other sub-areas will occur throughout this blog within activities and explanations of research. However, if you want to get into more detail or get a visual view of the taxonomy, you can get David W. Test's book, Evidence-Based Instructional Strategies for Transition. You can find it on several websites with prices ranging from around $23 to $40, depending on whether you want a new or used book.

That is it for today. As always, please leave a comment about what area of transition you would like me to focus on or if you have any ideas about the site. Also, let me know if you are exploring research in the area or have found new information. Also, leave me a comment or send me a chat if you have any questions or concerns about transition in the world of special education.

Neal Lieberman

Ph.D. Student