Overview
Description
Focuses on working effectively with families of students with disabilities; exploring ways of collaborating with classroom teachers and other professionals in planning and adapting curriculum; addressing transition issues and procedures, with attention to the implications of current federal legislation and parents’ rights. Local and national resources are explored. Fulfills part of the Nevada State SPED endorsement requirement, and is aligned with the InTASC Standards.
Requirements
Prerequisites
- formerly Sierra Nevada University Teacher Education student
Original catalog text
Prerequisites
Prerequisite(s): formerly Sierra Nevada University Teacher Education student.
Units
Lecture3
Catalog Details
Offering
Offered: Other
Related Courses
Formerly Known As SPED 540
Attributes
Standard
Learning Outcomes
- comprehend educational research and write summaries of research articles using professional language and APA writing style.
- use online databases to locate peer-reviewed research articles.
- recognize the importance of educational research for improving instructional practices.
- identify transition occurring throughout life and understand how those factors influence students with a disability and are influenced by the educational system etc.
- examine the importance of early intervention for students with a disability including the learning environment, teaching practices, and other program components to serve young children.
- demonstrate communication techniques and discuss innovative ways to involve family and community in the educational experience.
- apply early intervention strategies to promote success for students with any disability.