ED 211 - Introduction to Exceptionalities C

Institution:

Mohawk Valley Community College

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Description:

This course provides an overview of the education of childrenand adolescents with exceptionalities, focusing on those with disabilities and those with giftedness.Topics include the historical, philosophical and legal foundations of special education and other exceptionalities and their prevalence, causes, and characteristics. Educational modifications, accommodations, and teaching strategies for general and specific classrooms are addressed. Current issues and trends educating children with exceptionalities are explored.A minimum of fifteen hours of observations in a special education setting must be completed.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.mvcc.edu

Phone Number:

(315) 792-5400

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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