SPEC 538 - Student Teaching:Learning Disabilities

Institution:

University of Saint Joseph

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Description:

Students pursuing certification in Special Education observe, plan for, and teach children in two areas of exceptionality and facilitate the integration of children in mainstream general education settings. Every student teacher begins with observation of the children, the physical setting, the cooperating teacher and other staff members, and gradually begins to work one-to-one with students, conducting small group lessons, leading to total program planning, instruction, and management. Student teachers also attend planning and placement (PPT) meetings, parent conferences, faculty meetings and inservice workshops whenever possible, and facilitate the integration of children in mainstream settings. Attendance at periodic seminars and inservice training on campus required. Prerequisite: All courses required in the certification program. Application deadlines are February 1 for summer and fall practica, and September 15 for spring practica.

Credits:

4.00 - 6.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.usj.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 232-4571

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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