EEC 273 - Introduction to Exceptionalities: Understanding Diverse Learners

Institution:

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Special Education

Description:

Provides students with an understanding of the history of the field of special education in the US with a focus on past and current laws governing provision of educational services to students with disabilities. Addresses the roles of general and special educators in the identification of students with disabilities and the development of individualized educational programs (IEP). Examines the prevalence, characteristics, academic and behavioral needs of students with disabilities according to the definitions of the disability categories recognized under federal law. Covers effective assessment and evidence-based instructional and behavioral strategies for students with disabilities in general and special education settings.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

This course requires 9 hours of field observation in a special education setting or equivalent alternative determined by the instructor. This course is approved for distance education instruction. Distance education opportunities vary by semester.

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.ship.edu/

Phone Number:

(717) 477-7447

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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