DEE 601 - Traditions,Assumptions and Paradigms

Institution:

National Louis University

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Description:

This course explores historical and current theoretical models and paradigms that have shaped educational beliefs and values about disability. Its purpose is to provide participants with several of the multiple epistemological frames that underlie pedagogy of disability. Among the paradigms to be considered will be behavioral and social learning theories, medical models, and cognitive and psychodynamic theories. Emphasis will be place on the contributions and implications for practice of each paradigm. The course also examines and critiques the consequences and tensions between the beliefs inherent in each, the social meanings of disability in each, and the resulting policies and practices. 3 semester hours

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.nl.edu

Phone Number:

(800) 443-5522

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Quarter

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