Emphasizes the cognitive, physical, emotional, and communicative development of children and youth. Includes discussion of the impact of disabilities on learning and requisites for learning and instruction. Techniques for creating a positive and preventive learning environment will be stressed. Students will learn how to be successfully involved in professional collaboration with school staff, support staff and outside agencies. Examination of diversity issues that impact education including linguistic and cultural considerations as well as disabilities.
Course includes instructional methods and practices that enhance learning.
Introduction to the field of special education. Covers the nature and characteristics of various physical and mental exceptionalities included in the special education population. Legislative, historical, and philosophical perspectives of early childhood special education. Includes principles and procedures for developing infant learning and preschool programs for children with special needs. Interdisciplinary study of problems encountered by teachers in educating culturally different pupils.