EDUC 522 - Designing Instruction for Exceptional Learners: A Survey of Special Education (3, then 1)

This course is designed to introduce pre-service teachers to the foundations of special education. Includes an overview of individuals with exceptionalities across the lifespan by examining the definitions, etiology, eligibility criteria, distinguishing characteristics, assessment, instructional strategies, materials/resources, technology tools, and more (as detailed in the course syllabus). The course will also cover the importance of compliance with local, state, and federal laws and processes that govern special education, including laws that relate to educating gifted students. Furthermore, the course will reinforce the roles and responsibilities of collaborative teams in meeting the needs of individuals with exceptionalities, including giftedness. Candidates will be supported in making informed instructional design decisions and implementation of lessons within a P-12 classroom specifically created for exceptional learners. A field experience is embedded in the course. Offered: May Term, as needed. Offered for 3 credits in 22-23; Will be offered for 1 credit beginning May Term 2024.