ECE 208Exceptional Learners

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The course will be a study of children with physical, social, emotional, and/or intellectual differences, with emphasis on techniques for inclusion of children into early childhood programs and elementary school programs. This course offers an introduction to a broad range of developmental disabilities and related topics, including categories of cognitive, physical, emotional, and learning delays. The inclusion of children and adults into educational and community environments will be highlighted. Topics include the history of special education, the impact of the family, current and future trends, early intervention, transition, and the laws which govern the integration of children and adults in society.