Problems and characteristics of students with learning disabilities. Survey course of causes, educational and family problems, and intervention programs associated with learning disabilities. Foundation level skills in curriculum development and programming for teachers of the learning disabled. Supervised clinical experiences with children and adolescents who are learning disabled. 398 Cooperative Education 2-3 crs.
Students participate in work experiences related to their area of study.
Designed to help general education classroom teachers in the observing, identifying and managing of exceptional children with mild to moderate learning problems. Application of assessment terminology and statistical concepts. Rationale, efficacy, methods, and materials for involving parents and family through education, training, and support activities. Communication, collaboration, and team building skills are also emphasized. Informal and formal measurement procedures used in early intervention.