Teaching Strategies for SPED/Diverse Pop (EDUC 308)

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• Credit Hours: Min: 3, Max: 3

This course is designed to provide pre-service teachers an introduction to teaching strategies and other aspects of exceptional and diverse learners. Content will include a brief historical perspective of the field of special education including legislation and litigation, causes of disabilities, academic and social characteristics, basic assessment and intervention procedures and teaching strategies. Discussions will include special education services/programming, the role of the family and community. Course content includes issues regarding the gifted child and diverse populations. Prerequisites EDUC 251