EDSE 302 - Introduction to Students with Exceptionalities

Description:
Introduces strategies for effective teaching and adapting standard instruction to meet needs of range of students found in a typical classroom. Provides information about students considered disabled and gifted and students with multicultural heritages. Course will be offered every year (Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer).

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: PSY 314 and [EFC 250 OR (EFC 210 AND EFC 310)] with a grade of C or higher and full admission to the Teacher Certification Program.

Credits: (3)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Describe the philosophical, historical, and legal foundations of special education.
List and describe formative special education litigation and legislation and the effects on public education.
Identify the major professional organizations that facilitate research and experience-based principles for best practices in special education.
Define the pre-referral, referral, assessment, and eligibility purpose and processes.
Explain eligibility categories of special education services and characteristics of each.
List and describe the range of service options available and least restrictive environments, including general education classroom for students with disabilities.
List the components of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and the members of the IEP team, and explain the role and responsibilities of the general education teacher in the IEP process.
Describe the state goals and essential academic learning requirements as they relate to inclusion of, and accommodations for, special populations.
Describe and demonstrate how to adapt instruction for students with disabilities.
Demonstrate effective written/verbal communication and collaboration skills.
Access current research regarding best practices in special education and technology-based support resources.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
4/19/18