Location:
Various; distance learning format.
Length:
Varies; self-study.
Dates:
September 2018 – Present.
Instructional delivery format:
Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: explain the challenge of educating young children with special needs; summarize partnership with families; develop individualized intervention plans and programs and monitor progress; design instructional programs; explain considerations for teaching children with specific disabilities; understand emotional and social development; summarize how educators can nurture communication skills; describe the development of cognitive skills and literacy; and outline various teaming, collaboration, problem-solving, and consultation.
Instruction:
This self-study course consists of 15 weekly lessons. Topics include: various models, history, current issues and strategies in providing collaborative supports, accommodations, and differentiated curriculum to include students with disabilities and other special needs in general education classes.
Credit recommendation:
In the upper division baccalaureate degree category, 3 semester hours in Education (8/18).