The Child with Special Needs: An Interdisciplinary Perspective   [Archived Catalog]
2011-2012 PO Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
   

SPED 530 - The Child with Special Needs: An Interdisciplinary Perspective


3 credits
This course is designed to explore the context of culture and anti-bias issues related to educating children and adolescents with special needs in both inclusive and more restrictive settings. For purposes of enhancing the teacher’s effectiveness in the classroom, the following areas will be addressed: 1. Knowledge of, and sensitivity toward, people with disabilities 2. Knowledge of federal/state mandates for educating students with disabilities; 3. Identification and screening of a child with special needs; 4. Involvement of parents in the process of meeting student needs; 5. Collaboration with other professionals to identify appropriate interventions; 6. Application of methods used to modify the curriculum and accommodate various learning styles; and 7. Accessing educational and community resources such as assistive technology, career and vocational education.