PY 290 - Psychology and Education for Exceptional Students

Institution:

Saint Vincent College

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Description:

This course examines the characteristics of exceptional individuals and effective educational strategies for their inclusion in the regular classroom setting. All areas of exceptionality and the gifted and talented are included. Other topics include the legal bases for education of the exceptional, techniques for identification and assessment, adaptation of curriculum and materials, the use of technology, available educational and community resources for positive intervention for students and their families, and current developments in the field. A number of observations of and interactions with exceptional students within both regular and special education settings is a requirement of the course. Prerequisite: PY 115. Three credits.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.stvincent.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 539-9761

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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