Education of Exceptional Students

Catalog description

This course prepares candidates to work collaboratively with families and school personnel to have a positive impact on the educational, social and behavioral development of all students, including those with a full range of disabilities, in an inclusive society. The course focuses on knowledge of legislative mandates for serving exceptional students, characteristics of exceptionality, best practice in facilitating teaching and learning, and accountability through assessment of outcomes. This course requires an observational experience in teaching a lesson plan in an assigned school placement. Verification of professional liability insurance is required prior to placement in the field experience.