The Exceptional Child and the Inclusive Classroom

Catalog description

The purpose of this course is to provide students with an in-depth look at the foundations of Early Childhood special education and to diagnose the various characteristics and best practices. It seeks to research various theoretical perspectives and the differences between typical and atypical development as well as the communities and family dynamics that place young children at risk. In this course, students will learn about the various types of disabilities and the characteristics and the interventions available to its subjects. It also delves into the birth-8th grade experience and looks at the broad spectrum of young children who need assistance with school to those that excel and need more academic challenges. This course addresses California PK-3 ECE TPE 1.1 for demonstrating knowledge of typical and atypical development and California PK-3 ECE TPE 2.3 for communicating and collaborating with peers and colleagues to support learning and development.