Characteristics and Needs of Students with Mild to Extensive Support Needs ((3))

Catalog description

This course presents a variety of unique learning needs of students with mild, moderate, and extensive support needs, in terms of intellectual, emotional-social, behavioral, communication and psychological characteristics. This course will also address the basic principles and strategies of assessment, curriculum adaptation, and instructional strategies including high-leverage practices. Candidates will be able to develop appropriate IEP goals and objectives and implement such individualized curriculum adaptations to meet their students' unique educational needs. Prerequisite: Admission to the SPED program.