Survey Ed Of Except Child (Fe).

Catalog description

SPED 325 - SURVEY OF EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN - 3 Semester Hours This course provides an introduction to the philosophical, historical, and legal foundations of special education. The course highlights the characteristics of children and youth with disabilities relative to age and severity levels; medically related etiological perspectives of various disabilities; special education laws, etc. Developmental differences manifested in cognitive, linguistic, physical, psychomotor, social, or emotional functioning are addressed. An understanding of ethical issues and the practice of accepted standards of professional behavior is also addressed. Current regulations governing alternatives placements/programs in schools are highlighted. Strategies to promote successful integration of students with disabilities with their non-disabled peers will be taught. The structure and organization of general education classrooms and other instructional settings representing the continuum of special education will be addressed. An overview of continuum of services, assessment procedures, curriculum planning, and instructional strategies are provided. Candidates will be required to complete a field experience requirement of 15 hours as a part of this course.