EDSE 432 - Strategies for Working with Students with Low Incidence Disabilities

Description:
Designed to introduce prospective teachers to the research supported strategies necessary for effective implementation for students with low incidence disabilities. This course includes a clinical field experience. A valid WSPI/FBI fingerprint clearance and Liability Insurance are required; this can be obtained through the School of Education office. Course will be offered every year (Winter, Spring).

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: EDSE 310 and admission to the Teacher Certificate Program.

Credits: (4)

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

Analyze evidence supporting learning strategies for teaching students with low-incidence disabilities.
Assemble a collection of research-based curricula materials for students with low-incidence disabilities.
Practice research-based adaptations for students with low-incidence disabilities.
Identify research-based self-advocacy practices for students with low-incidence disabilities.
Performance-Based Assessment appropriate for a student/classroom of a low-incidence focused classroom (e.g., Life Skills Classroom, LRC, etc.).
Identify local, state, and national organizations that support transition of young adults with low-incidence disabilities to life skills and employment with as much independence as possible for the individual.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
4/19/2019

Anticipated Course Offering Terms and Locations:
Winter Locations: Ellensburg Spring Locations: Ellensburg