Emphasis is placed on implications for the potential classroom teacher. An examination of the etiology, characteristics, and psychological development associated with developmental disabilities. While focusing largely on mental retardation, the course is non-categorical in orientation. Particular attention is paid to techniques and strategies for integration of developmentally disabled children into the mainstream of education. ED390 Special Topics in Education D Study of special areas in education not covered by existing courses.
Content varies from semester to semester.
Consult the appropriate Course Offering Bulletin and department notices. 1-3 hours credit ED402 Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School B Curriculum, materials, and procedures in teaching mathematics in the elementary school. 1.5 hours credit ED403 Teaching Science in the Elementary School B Materials and procedures in a process-centered science curriculum. Investigation of new curricula illustrating guided discovery approach to teaching sciences. 1.5 hours credit ED404 Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary School B Curriculum, materials, and procedures in teaching social studies in the elementary school.