SPD 311 /511 - Students with High Incidence Disabilities TBA

Institution:

Dakota Wesleyan University

Subject:

Description:

This course serves as an introduction to the field of specific mild learning disabilities. Theoretical approaches to the field are considered. Emphasis is on the neurological, psychodynamic and behavioral approaches. Assessment techniques to aid diagnosis are presented. Various treatment methods are compared. Students are given an opportunity to work with children with learning problems. Students will use alternative technologies in class presentations and will demonstrate appropriate teaching methodology. Legal issues will be presented concerning meeting the needs of all students, including the development of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP), assessment of students with disabilities and transition of the student from school to work.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.dwu.edu

Phone Number:

(605) 995-2600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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