EDUC 220 - Survey of the Exceptional Child

Institution:

Johnson County Community College

Subject:

Description:

This course is an overview of the field of special education geared to those who are preparing to work with students with special needs. The course provides fundamental information on the identification and exceptionality, laws and legal cases affecting the delivery of services to individuals with exceptionalities and the principles of effective educational approaches for each exceptionality. Categories of exceptionality presented include learning disabilities, mental retardation, behavior disorders, gifted and talented, communication disorders, autism, traumatic brain injury, physical disabilities, sensory impairments, other health impairments and multiple and severe disabilities. 3 hrs./ wk.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.jccc.edu

Phone Number:

(913) 469-8500

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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