EDU 220 - Intro Inclusive Education K-12

Institution:

Delaware County Community College

Subject:

Education

Description:

This course will provide an introduction to the field of special education, major provisions of special education law, and the legal mandates of the teacher serving children with disabilities in the least restrictive setting. It will also review the major needs of students with disabilities, including the effects of family demographics. Emphasis will be placed on working within special education team structures, recognizing inclusive practices, and discussing the various roles of professionals. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to: Discuss the identification, characteristics of different types of disabilities, as well as effective evidence-based instructional practices and adaptations; Explain the legal rights and responsibilities of the teacher for special education referral and evaluation and the rights and procedural safeguards that students are guaranteed; Explain and analyze the possible causes and implications for the over-representation of minorities in special education so as not to misinterpret behaviors that represent cultural, linguistic differences as indicative of learning problems; Discuss and analyze the components of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) process, with emphasis on understanding measurable goals based on present levels, specially designed instruction, adaptations, accommodations, supplementary aids and services, and supports for school personnel; Identify essential concepts, best-practices and strategies for serving students with IEPs.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

ENG 112 (Grade of C or Higher), (PSY 140 (Grade of C or Higher) or ECE 130 (Grade of C or Higher)), and Standard Criminal Background Check

Corequisites:

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Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.dccc.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 359-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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