EDUC 547 - Exceptional Learners and Diversity in the Elementary Classroom (3)

This course is designed for candidates enrolled in the fifth-year alternative graduate elementary program. Content for this course is intended for students who have had little or no experience teaching K-6 students. Candidates will explore the various facets of teaching exceptional children, including an overview of the current state of exceptional education nationwide and within the state of Alabama, and an in-depth understanding of the various disabilities found in K-6 classrooms. Emphasis will also be placed on meeting the needs of diverse learners including, but not limited to urban, rural and multi-ethnic students. Offered: Fall.