SPED3010 - Intro Special Educ: Pre K-12

This course is designed to provide the aspiring PK-4 and 4-8 teacher with the skills and knowledge to effectively coordinate the classroom learning environment to address the diverse learning needs of all students in the regular classroom setting. Characteristics of special needs students, modifications in teaching methods, and classroom management techniques for academic, social, emotional, and cognitive differences will be addressed. Students will utilize various assessment techniques, design activities with accommodations to meet students' special needs, and become familiar with many different augmentative technological devices available for use in the classroom setting. Federal legislation, team collaboration, special support services, and IEPs will be discussed.
Prerequisite: EDUC2000, ECED2100 or MLED2000 AND ECED2100 or Concurrent Co-Requisite: SPED0301 3 Credits
3 Credits