PSY 250 - Introduction to Special Education

Institution:

Widener University-Main Campus

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Description:

This course introduces information about disabilities and education. Through participation in class activities, students learn to identify specific disability characteristics, individualized needs, and effective strategies for education of children and youth with disabilities. Topics include historic and legal foundations, diversity issues, inclusive practices, accommodations in lesson planning, and assessment issues. This course is the prerequisite for all higher level courses in special education (ED 326, 327, 328, and 329). All teacher candidates must participate in field experiences outside of regularly scheduled classes. Prerequisite or corequisite: ED 201. 3 semester hours

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.widener.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 499-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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