ED 330 - Introduction to Special Education

Institution:

Trinity International University-Illinois

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Description:

A survey of the history, practices, and challenges of special education. Includes an overview of the court cases and laws leading to IDEA and discussion of the specific disabilities described therein. The course examines current philosophies and their impact on children and adults with disabilities. For Education majors, a current TB test and fingerprint-based background check must be on file in the School of Education prior to beginning the field component associated with this course. Includes a minimum of 12 hours of special education field experience. Verification of completion of field component is required for education candidates to pass this course. Prerequisites: Admission to the School of Education (Gate 1), admission to Field Experience (Gate 2), and ED 260X (education majors) or PSY 140 (noneducation majors). Offered each semester. Elementary majors: concurrent registration in junior block. Three hours.

Credits:

12.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.tiu.edu

Phone Number:

(847) 945-8800

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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