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EDSP-2100 Exceptionalities and Behavior
–Fa, Sp
2 hours
Reviews the historical sequence leading to the mandates in
special education. Explores implications of federal law with an
emphasis on the definitions and characteristics of exceptionalities
and various philosophies regarding the education of students with
exceptional learning needs. Strategies of inclusion are discussed.
Includes an introduction to nondiscriminatory evaluation and
functional assessment of individuals with exceptionalities and
the use of assistive technologies for enabling instruction. The
course will present a rational and pragmatic approach to general
classroom management. Throughout the course, emphasis will
be given to the Positive Behavior and Intervention Support (PBIS)
framework, establishing rules, preventing behavior problems,
and teaching social skills. Students will complete a minimum of
15 hours in a field experience with persons with an exceptional
learning need.
EDSP-2400
2 hours
Language Development and Communication Disorders
–Sp
An introduction to speech and language development for
teachers. The course incorporates a range of instructional
practices, technologies, and curricular materials to address the
communication needs of students with disabilities and/or differing
cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
EDSP-2500
1 hour
Survey of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
–Fa, Sp
Survey of the multidisciplinary perspectives, identification,
early influences, causation, levels of support, and practices
related to the education of individuals with intellectual and
developmental disabilites in early childhood.
Prequisites: EDSP-
2100 Exceptionalities and Behavior; may be taken concurrently
with EDSP-2100 Exceptionalities and Behavior with permission of
instructor.
EDSP-2700
2 hours
Teaching Children with Mild to Moderate Disabilities
–Fa
An overview of mild to moderate disabilities with a focus on
instructional strategies and accommodations for students in
inclusive settings.
Prerequisite: TEP Acceptance, Early Childhood
Methods I.
EDSP-3100
3 hours
Diagnostics and Intervention in Reading
–Fa, Sp
An introduction to the use of formal and informal assessment
techniques for identification and remediation of reading difficulties.
Teacher candidates learn practical instructional strategies for
teaching students with reading problems and apply the techniques
by working with elementary students in a school setting.
Prerequisite: EDEC-2300 Phonics and the Reading Process.
For Early Childhood majors. Corequisite: other courses in the
Methods I block.
(Fee: $20)
EDSP-3150
3 hours
Intervention and Diagnosis in Reading for
Special Educators
–Sp
Study and implementation of individual testing and teaching
strategies for skill development in reading, analysis of programs
and materials, and development of individualized plans for
remediation of specific skill deficits.
Prerequisites: the Introduction
to Teaching block; EDEC-2300 Phonics and the Reading Process.
For Special Education majors
.
Corequisite: other courses in the
Methods I block
(Fee: $20)
EDSP-3500 Special Education Law
–Fa
1 hour
An overview of special education law with an emphasis on the
history of the law and children with disabilities and understanding
the implementation and accountability mechanisms of inclusive
education.
Prerequisites: Introduction to Education block,
Corequisites: Introduction block may be taken during the same
summer.
EDSP-3950
3 hours
Special Education Field Experience: Early Childhood
–Fa, Sp
An introduction to the objectives, skills, instructional strategies,
teaching aids, and resource materials for teaching reading and
the language arts to students with and without mild–moderate
needs at the early childhood level.
Prerequisites: admission to
the Teacher Education Program; major in special education.
Corequisite: other courses in the Early Childhood Methods I
block.
(Fee: $135)
EDSP-4100 Adaptive Curriculum and Instruction
–Fa
2 hours
An introduction to the curriculum, intervention strategies,
instructional materials, and educational technology used
with students with mild–moderate special educational needs.
Prerequisite: admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Corequisite: other courses in the Special Education block.
EDSP-4125
1 hour
Middle School Mathematics Topics for
Special Educators
–Fa
A course with an investigative approach to topics such as logic,
history of mathematics from underrepresented cultures, and
teaching mathematics to diverse cultures. Mathematical modeling,
formulating, and solving problems for both mathematical and
everyday situations are included. Real-world connections provide
opportunities for exploration and communication by written,
oral, and technological presentations.
Prerequisite: EDUC-2800
Principles of Mathematics II.
EDSP-4150 Career and Occupational Training
–Fa
2 hours
A look at the role of occupational training in the special
education curriculum, including the techniques used in developing
occupational interests and abilities at various age levels.
Prerequisite: admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Corequisite: other courses in the Special Education block.
EDSP-4250
2 hours
Communication, Collaboration, and Inclusion
–Fa, Sp
A presentation of the techniques of collaboration and
consultation needed to enhance the teacher candidate’s
communication with individuals with special needs, parents,
educational team members, and other professionals. Also includes
strategies for adapting and modifying instruction for students
with special needs and an introduction to assistive technology.
Prerequisite: admission to the Teacher Education Program and
completion of Methods I.
EDSP-4300
2 hours
Behavioral and Instructional Management
–Fa
A study of behavior management concepts and techniques for
teachers of special education.
Prerequisite: open only to degree-
seeking students.
EDSP-4400 Assessment in Special Education
–Fa
3 hours
Study in the administration and interpretation of formal and
informal educational assessment instruments to identify and place
students with mild–moderate needs in special education and
the development of appropriate education goals and objectives.
Prerequisite: admission to the Teacher Education Program.
Corequisites: other courses in the Special Education block.
EDSP-4450
3 hours
Special Education Field Experience: Middle
Childhood
–Fa, Sp
An opportunity to implement the objectives, skills, and
instructional strategies for teaching mathematics, science, and
social studies to students with mild to moderate needs at the
middle childhood level.
Prerequisite: successful completion of the
Early Childhood Methods I block. Corequisites: other courses in
the Early Childhood Methods II block.
(Fee: $135)
2017–18 Undergraduate Academic Catalog
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