Introduction to Special Education. ((3 Credits))

Catalog description

Provides a comprehensive introduction of characteristics of children and youth with disabilities and topics related to models of service delivery, documentation procedures, and legal/ethical issues. Informs historical factors, legislation, etiology, characteristics, needs, educational strategies, including existing and emerging technologies, accommodations/modifications, assessment, and support services for individuals with disabilities. Discusses the impact of disabilities on academic and social/emotional performances.