ESP 670 Exceptionality

This course addresses inclusion and specialist paradigms in special education including definitions of disabilities and program delivery.  This course emphasizes identification, specific needs of students, service delivery, and legal issues.  Practical application of these principles will form the foundation for future special education courses.  

Credits

3

Prerequisite

Admission to the M.Ed. program

Outcomes

1. This course will prepare students to:
2. Describe responsibilities of teachers of students with disabilities.
3. Describe characteristics of disabilities.
4. Analyze the process by which students are identified for qualification for special education services.
5. Analyze implications and indications for classroom support for students with disabilities.
6. Explain federal and state legislation and rights for individuals with disabilities.