EDU-211: Societal Perspectives in Special Education

Program
Credits 3
Level
Undergraduate
Designations
Liberal Arts and Sciences Credit
This course focuses on the developmental, learning, behavioral, and social characteristics and needs of students at the childhood and adolescent level in grades 1-12 across the spectrum of disabilities. Etiological factors of disability, effective intervention strategies, and an understanding of societal perceptions related to determinations of disability are emphasized. The course includes discussion on the importance of school, family, and community collaboration in educating and including individuals with disabilities. Fifteen hours of field experience in local agencies serving individuals with disabilities rounds out the learning in this course.
Prerequisites
EDU-105 and EDU-210 previously or concurrently
Frequency of Offering
Every Fall and Spring