SBS 2505 - Psychology of Exceptionality

Institution:

Sullivan County Community College

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Description:

This course defines categories of exceptional children, adolescents and adults likely to be encountered in the field of human services and education. The effects of the special needs in the behavior of the individual, the family and the larger society are considered. Current approaches of mainstreaming, intervention, and remediation are studied, compared, and when possible, demonstrated or observed. Legal aspects and value issues involving persons with special needs are explored. Students learn to identify what resources are available to work effectively with persons from minority cultures, from homes where English is not spoken, persons with handicapping conditions, and those who are gifted and talented. Prerequisite: SBS 1500

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.sunysullivan.edu/

Phone Number:

(845) 434-5750

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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