EDIS 509 Introduction to Education of Exceptional Students in the General Curriculum
This course is an introduction to the philosophical, historical and legal foundations of special education. This includes an understanding of the referral process, assessment and design of Individual Education Plans (IEPs). In addition, this course addresses the characteristics and abilities of the exceptional child, most likely to be served in the regular education classroom, with emphasis on the design and creation of accommodations and modifications that will facilitate successful integration into the regular classroom. Included will be the role of the regular education teacher in collaboration and teaming with the intervention specialist.
Credits
3