SPE 302 - Assistive Technology

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York College of Pennsylvania

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Fall-Spring Semesters This course provides prospective teachers with an overview of assistive devices that can be implemented in classroom settings for individuals N-12 with communication deficits, visual and hearing impairments, physical challenges, and mild learning disabilities. Emphasis is placed on evaluating the needs of students who are challenged and selecting the appropriate technology which will bypass the disability in the classroom. Students are provided with resources on current devices and are given opportunities to examine and operate actual devices that they will encounter in the classroom. A 6-hour field experience is required. Prerequisite: PSY327 or PSY100 or 150. 2 credit hours. SPE 303 Mental Retardation Fall-Spring Semesters This course focuses on identification of types, characteristics, etiology and assessment of students grades N-12 who are mentally retarded. The course includes selected models of instruction, the role of paraprofessionals, rights and legal issues, development and psychosocial aspects, as well as family considerations. This course has a 3 hour special education field experience requirements. Prerequisite: PSY327 or PSY100 or 150. 3 credit hours

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ycp.edu

Phone Number:

(717) 846-7788

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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