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Undergraduate Special Education

2003 Spring Term

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DISABILITY IN SOCIETY

SPECED 201

A study of the social construction of disability. This course focuses on the political and cultural context of disability. Particular attention is given to the issues of perception, mobility, accessibility, distribution of bio-resources, and the human condition as well as a process to assist individuals achieve comfortable, authentic, and more equal relationships with persons with disabilities.

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PSYCHOLOGY OF THE EXCEPTIONAL CHILD

SPECED 205

A survey course designed to familiarize students with the psychological, physiological and educational problems which confront persons who are cognitively disabled, gifted, emotionally disturbed, speech impaired, auditorily impaired, visually impaired, orthopedically and neurologically impaired.

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MANUAL COMMUNICATION

SPECED 240

Offered on a satisfactory/no credit basis only. Designed to provide the student with basic knowledge of manual communication techniques including finger spelling and basic signing.

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MANAGING CLASSROOM BEHAVIORAL PROBLEMS OF EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN

SPECED 336

Introduction to models, methods, and materials for effectively managing behavior problems of learners with disabilities. Development of skills to: manage classroom behaviors that are counter productive to learning, facilitate positive interpersonal behaviors, and structure the instructional environment to produce desirable consequences.

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INTRODUCTION TO EMOTIONAL/BEHAVIORAL DISORDERS

SPECED 355

A basic survey of behavioral and emotional disorders in children. Specific techniques and approaches in handling these problems in a classroom, the psychological role of the teacher and aspects of working with parents of disturbed children are discussed.

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INTRODUCTION TO LEARNING DISABILITIES

SPECED 364

Provides the basic theoretical and practical approaches to the identification and treatment of learning and language disorders. Identifies the major theoretical and conceptual approaches as well as the current issues in the field of learning disabilities.

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MEDICAL ASPECTS OF DISABILITY

SPECED 376

Study of the medical, physiological, neurological, physical, developmental, and sensory characteristics of persons with physical or medical conditions which impact educational programming. Emphasis on the etiology and implications of genetic, prenatal and acquired causes of disabilities including cerebral palsy, genetic syndromes, medical fragility, technology dependency, AIDS, and perinatal drug exposure. Interdisciplinary approaches to services provided for persons with complex attendance needs are addressed.

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CAREER/VOCATIONAL PROGRAMMING FOR EXCEPTIONAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS

SPECED 406

Identification of specific strategies for overcoming attitudinal and technical barriers to vocational mainstreaming of special needs students. Content includes values clarification, vocational assessment, vocational IEP development, and elementary and secondary vocational models in delivering appropriate vocational services to EEN students. Content covers grades K-12.

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INTRODUCTION TO INDIVIDUALIZED DIAGNOSTIC ASSESSMENT OF EEN

SPECED 426

A core course providing an overview of educational assessment and diagnosis of those with disabilities. Emphasis is placed upon testing for IEP development, the teaching and implications of the educational evaluation for multidisciplinary team decision making.

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COLLABORATION FOR EFFECTIVE INSTRUCTION

SPECED 458

This course develops student's skills and understanding of the laws pertaining to students with disabilities, writing individualized instructional plans, inclusion, collaboration and school-based team membership, and adaptation and modifications of instruction. Students also develop their personal philosophy of education including beliefs about teachers, students, diversity, community, inclusion, etc. and a profile of their role as a team member through the use of a variety of self-assessment tools and the use of a cooperative learning structure (base teams) for the course.

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EDUCATION OF STUDENTS WITH SEVERE EMOTIONAL/BEHAVIORAL DISORDERS

SPECED 460

An examination of techniques associated with working with individuals with psychotic conditions and other severe disturbances. Consideration is given to teaching techniques, curriculum and materials in a variety of school and residential settings.

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EDUCATIONAL-DIAGNOSIS AND ASSESSMENT IN LD, E/BD, CD

SPECED 462

A course to develop advanced diagnostic skills for elementary through secondary mild/moderate disabled (LD, ED, MR) individuals. Particular emphasis is placed upon the assessment of cognitive, academic, developmental and behavioral skills that affect classroom performance. The application of advanced trend analysis and data synthesis techniques for special education placement and program planning is stressed and current issues and trends are discussed.

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CURRICULUM/METHODS COGNITIVE DISABILITIES - FUNCTIONAL

SPECED 465

For persons who will be working with individuals who have moderate and/or severe disabilities. Provides methods, strategies and techniques in assessment, curriculum development, program design, instructional strategies, material development, and community transition for the population with moderate disabilities. A major focus will be on all aspects of functional programs across home, school, community and vocational environments.

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WORKING WITH PARENTS OF EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN & COMMUNITY AGENCIES

SPECED 466

Provides insight into the adjustment problems of individuals with disabilities in the home and school environments. Particular emphasis upon consultation and supportive skills to aid the person and their parents in dealing with school or agency personnel and programs.

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STUDENT TEACHING SEMINAR

SPECED 470

The seminar provides a meaningful capstone experience for student teachers during their professional teaching semester. Current research, issues, and strategies specific to the field of special education and the teaching professional are presented.

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CURRICULUM & METHODS IN EMOTIONAL/BEHAVIORAL DISORDERS-SECONDARY

SPECED 472

Designed to prepare educators to teach adolescents with emotional disburbances in secondary schools. Theoretical approaches, management strategies and curriculum that promotes social/emotional/behavioral development and management is emphasized.

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CURRICULUM, METHODS & MATERIALS FOR THOSE WITH MULTI DISABILITIES

SPECED 476

For persons interested in acquiring specialized techniques and strategies in the care, instruction, programming, and management of individuals with physical, motor, medical, cognitive, communicative and/or behavioral disabilities. Specific information on positioning, physical handling, feeding facilitation, augmentative communication, sensory integration, adaptive switches, medication therapy and life skills development for the person with severe and profound disabilities. Emphasis is on functional skills.

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CURRICULUM AND METHODS IN LEARNING DISABILITIES-ELEMENTARY

SPECED 478

Designed to prepare educators to teach elementary level learning disabled children. Remediation strategies, programs, and techniques appropriate to this level will be reviewed and demonstrated. Emphasis is on programming based upon an educational diagnosis.

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REMEDIATION OF WRITTEN LANGUAGE DISORDERS

SPECED 481

The course examines writing instruction for individuals with disabilities using a language interaction approach to teaching and learning. Assessment and intervention based on the conceptual and linguistic skills of the student in relationship to the conceptual and linguistic demands of specific writing tasks are presented.

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WORKSHOP

SPECED 490

Variable topics. See Schedule of Classes.

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INDEPENDENT STUDY

SPECED 498

Study of a selected topic or topics under the direction of a faculty member. Repeatable for a maximum of 9 credits in degree. Prereq: Consent of instructor.