Course Catalog
Special Education
List of all courses and their descriptions
List of all courses, their descriptions and offerings in the schedule book
SDIN0101 - Pect Special Education
Spring 2024
0 Credit course
0 Credits
0 Credits
SDIN0201 - Field Experiences 2010
Spring 2024
Course description unavailable, please contact Academic Services.
0 Credits
0 Credits
SDIN0301 - Field Experiences 3010
Spring 2024
Co-Requisite: SDIN 3010
0 Credits
0 Credits
0 Credits
SDIN0302 - Field Experiences 3020
Spring 2024
Co-Requisite: SDIN 3020
0 Credits
0 Credits
0 Credits
SDIN0303 - Field Experiences 3030
Spring 2024
0 Credits
0 Credits
0 Credits
SDIN0304 - Field Experiences 3040
Spring 2024
0 Credit
0 Credits
0 Credits
SDIN0305 - Field Experiences 3050
Spring 2024
0 Credits
0 Credits
0 Credits
SDIN0306 - Field Experiences 3060
Spring 2024
0 Credits
0 Credits
0 Credits
SDIN0307 - Field Experiences 3070
Spring 2024
0 credits
0 Credits
0 Credits
SDIN0308 - Field Experience
Spring 2024
Disability Studies and Service Learning Abroad is a Center for Global Engagement travel experience to Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, and Herceg Novi, Montenegro (on the Adriatic Sea). Students will partner with Lifeline Humanitarian Organization Chicago, under the patronage of HRH Princess Katherine of Serbia, to observe first-hand the complexities of deinstitutionalization and the social construct of disability. This partnership will provide RMU students from a variety of majors the opportunity to work with and support children with and without disabilities, and to engage with professionals in the fields of psychology, special education, general education, non-profit organization, and other related areas. The experience will also give undergraduate students the chance to add to the current inclusive conversations occurring in the Balkans. This zero credit course is open to all majors, and satisfies both the service and study abroad components of the SET.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission required 0 Credits
0 Credits
Prerequisite: Instructor permission required 0 Credits
0 Credits
SDIN0345 - Field Experiences 3045
Spring 2024
0 Credits
0 Credits
0 Credits
SDIN0355 - Field Experiences 3055
Spring 2024
0 credits
0 Credits
0 Credits
SDIN0685 - Field Experiences 6085
Spring 2024
Course description unavailable, please contact Academic Services.
0 Credits
0 Credits
SDIN2010 - Intro Special Educ: Pre K-12
Spring 2024
This course is designed to provide the aspiring PK-4 and 4-8 teacher with the skills and knowledge to effectively coordinate the classroom learning environment to address the diverse learning needs of all students in the regular classroom setting. Characteristics of special needs students, modifications in teaching methods, and classroom management techniques for academic, social, emotional, and cognitive differences will be addressed. Students will utilize various assessment techniques, design activities with accommodations to meet students' special needs, and become familiar with many different augmentative technological devices available for use in the classroom setting. Federal legislation, team collaboration, special support services, and IEPs will be discussed.
Prerequisite: EDUC2000, ECED2100 or MLED2000 AND ECED2100 or Concurrent Co-Requisite: SDIN0201 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisite: EDUC2000, ECED2100 or MLED2000 AND ECED2100 or Concurrent Co-Requisite: SDIN0201 3 Credits
3 Credits
SDIN2100 - Disabilities Studies
Spring 2024
Disability Studies understands disability as referring not only to a biological or medical condition, but also to a community of people (the largest minority in the U.S.); to a civil rights movement; to a complex set of social and ethical issues; to a universal human experience; and to the ways cultures respond to different bodies, minds, and behaviors. The class will help students understand disability in its social, cultural, and ethical dimensions.
3 Credits
3 Credits
SDIN3020 - Teachng Inclus Clsrm: Pre K-12
Spring 2024
Course description unavailable, please contact Academic Services.
3 Credits
3 Credits
SDIN3030 - Clsrm Mgmt/Pos Behav Supp K-12
Spring 2024
Course Description: The learning environment course will focus on observations and participation in the field in a variety of settings including an inclusive elementary classroom, a special education classroom or resource room in a typical school, and a place that provides support services specifically for people with special needs (i.e. Pressley Ridge, Western PA School for Blind Children, or the DePaul School for Hearing and Speech). The course will focus on further developing instruction and management skill competencies needed to become a successful special education teacher. The course will be conducted online and in the field.
Prerequisites: SPED3010 Co-requisite: SPED0303 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites: SPED3010 Co-requisite: SPED0303 3 Credits
3 Credits
SDIN3040 - Differen Instruc In Pre K-12
Spring 2024
This course was developed to provide the pre-service educator with the skills for utilizing positive behavior supports in the management of their learning environment. By studying the causes of behaviors, future teachers will have a deeper understanding of how to prepare their students with self-determination skills and how to reduce challenging behaviors. The class will examine research-based/teacher-tested procedures, strategies, and discipline models. Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), behavior supports, antecedent management, and encouraging positive alternative behaviors will be addressed. Effective prevention and intervention strategies will be emphasized. This course will equip the aspiring teacher to design instruction and supports in order to encourage positive changes in classroom behavior.
Prerequisites: ECED2100 and Candidacy status Co-requisite: SPED0304 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites: ECED2100 and Candidacy status Co-requisite: SPED0304 3 Credits
3 Credits
SDIN3045 - Transitioning
Spring 2024
This course examines policies, trends, educational practices, and societal perspectives related to transition of students with disabilities. This course explores transition planning from school to community living, post-secondary education, and employment. Curriculum and strategies will be investigated in order to maximize academic, social and functional skills of individuals with disabilities across the life span.
Prerequisite: SPED3010 or SPED6080 Co-requisite: SPED0345 or SPED0645 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisite: SPED3010 or SPED6080 Co-requisite: SPED0345 or SPED0645 3 Credits
3 Credits
SDIN3050 - Tch Students W/High-Incid Disa
Spring 2024
This course is designed to provide the pre-service teacher candidate with the skills and knowledge to effectively teach students with high-incidence disabilities in general education classrooms. High-Incidence Disabilities, such as Learning Disabilities, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, and mild Mental Retardation, are those that are most commonly seen in the typical classroom. Candidates will study the characteristics, behaviors and learning needs of students with high-incidence disabilities, demonstrate the ability to adapt and differentiate curriculum, instruction and assessments, and focus on current trends and opportunities for collaboration, consultation and co-teaching. Cohort discussions, role playing, and in-class activities will help pre-service teachers reflect on their own attitudes, beliefs and values as well as enhance their professional practices to design inclusive classroom environments that facilitate the learning of all students in our schools.
Prerequisites: SDIN 2010 and Candidacy status 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites: SDIN 2010 and Candidacy status 3 Credits
3 Credits
SDIN3055 - Intro Autism Spectrum Disorder
Spring 2024
This course provides an overview of characteristics, assessment, and teaching strategies for students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Current issues related to etiology, diagnosis, prevalence, prioritizing areas of teaching, environmental arrangements, and evidence based practices will be discussed. Special emphasis is placed on the use of Comprehensive Autism Assessment Tool and principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Field experiences are embedded in this course.
Prerequisites: SPED3010 or SPED6080 or permission of Department Head Co-requisites: SPED0355 or SPED0655 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites: SPED3010 or SPED6080 or permission of Department Head Co-requisites: SPED0355 or SPED0655 3 Credits
3 Credits
SDIN3060 - Tch Students W/Low-Incid Disab
Spring 2024
Course Description: This course is designed to provide an overview of the unique needs of students with low incidence disabilities in various educational settings. Teacher candidates will explore policies, current trends, educational practices, and societal perspectives related to this population. Pre-service teachers will acquire and demonstrate knowledge of curriculum, instruction, behavioral and instructional supports, and assessment. In addition, this course will provide candidates with the knowledge and skills to teach a standards-based curriculum using evidence-based effective instruction and collaboration. Students will develop and implement curricular and instructional strategies for communication, social, motor, personal care, functional academic, community, and recreational or leisure skills.
Prerequisites: ECED2100 and Candidacy status Co-requisite: SPED0306 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites: ECED2100 and Candidacy status Co-requisite: SPED0306 3 Credits
3 Credits
SDIN3070 - Language, Comm/Assistive Tech
Spring 2024
Course Description: This course examines normal language development and the language development of students with a disability. Instruction focuses on using language assessment to guide instruction and incorporating effective instructional strategies to develop English language skills. Students will examine the impact of language and language delays in reading and writing. In addition, this course explores assistive technology as a research supported tool to the academic success and inclusion of students with disabilities. Students will integrate assistive technology in lesson planning to meet students' individual needs as per IEP requirements. In-class activities stress team collaboration in our schools.
Prerequisites: SPED3010 and SPED3020 and Candidacy status Co-requisite: SPED0307 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites: SPED3010 and SPED3020 and Candidacy status Co-requisite: SPED0307 3 Credits
3 Credits
SDIN3100 - Disabilities Studies
Spring 2024
Course description unavailable, please contact Academic Services.
3 Credits
3 Credits
SDIN3110 - Early Intervention
Spring 2024
Course description unavailable, please contact Academic Services.
3 Credits
3 Credits
SDIN4000 - Iep´s and The Law
Spring 2024
Course Description: This course is designed to teach aspiring special education teachers how to conduct assessments and evaluations. Students will learn to create and employ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that meet the diverse needs of the students in their classrooms. Assessment techniques developed from research-based practices and state/federal mandates will be taught. Levels of learning from early intervention to transitions will be addressed. The course will present multiple formal, informal, summative, formative, and performance-based assessment tools for inclusive and special education classrooms.
Prerequisites: SDIN 2010 and Candidacy status 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites: SDIN 2010 and Candidacy status 3 Credits
3 Credits
SDIN4020 - Reading and Special Education
Spring 2024
This course examines methods and best practices for developing literacy for students with exceptional needs. Reading, spelling, and written language are often major areas of concern and focus in student IEPs. This course explores the use of appropriate assessment tools, reading materials, universal design, and instructional strategies to increase the reading achievement of students across all levels of their education (elementary through high school). Assessment, implementation, and impact of Response to Intervention are addressed. In addition, the course investigates methods for adapting state standards and meeting ESSA and IDEA requirements for students with exceptional needs.
Prerequisite: Candidacy Status
3 Credits
Prerequisite: Candidacy Status
3 Credits
SDIN4060 - Pre-Student Teaching
Spring 2024
The zero-credit field course is designed to involve the preservice special education students with the various aspects of classroom teaching methodology, pedagogy and management. The students will have the opportunity to employ reflective decision making when planning, implementing and assessing learning in an actual school environment. In addition, field students will become involved in the managerial, record keeping, personal and professional aspects of teaching in diverse classroom settings. Students will move through four basic learning experiences: observation, one-to-one tutoring, small group instruction and whole class instruction.
Prerequisites: Permission of the Department Head and Candidacy status
3 Credits
Prerequisites: Permission of the Department Head and Candidacy status
3 Credits
SDIN4100 - Spec Ed: Collabor and The Law
Spring 2024
This course is designed to teach the legal and ethical responsibilities of the special education teacher. Laws that will be addressed in this course include but are not limited to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA), No Child Left Behind (NCLB), and the local Gaskins v. PA case. Concepts that will be taught are Child Find, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), and Zero Reject. Due Process, the procedure for resolving disputes between parents of students with special needs and the schools, will be addressed. By examining case studies that reflect elements of legislation and the need for collaboration and consultation, future special education teachers will be able to reflect on personal views as well as the laws that they must uphold in the classroom setting.
Prerequisites: SPED3010, SPED3020, SPED3030 and Candidacy status 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites: SPED3010, SPED3020, SPED3030 and Candidacy status 3 Credits
3 Credits
SDIN4200 - Student Teaching-Special Educa
Spring 2024
Course description unavailable, please contact Academic Services.
3 Credits
3 Credits
SDIN4210 - Prof Tpc Sem: Ell To Spe Needs
Spring 2024
Candidates completing the student teaching internship will discuss professional issues and topics such as: resume writing, interviewing and job searching. In addition, this seminar will provide a forum through which teacher candidates may share the inquiry projects required for the student teaching internship and discuss topics of interest related to their internship (special needs, working with English language learners, classroom management issues, parent-teacher conferences, teaching issues, etc.) Candidates are required to complete ECED4200 Supervised Teaching concurrently with this course.
Prerequisites: Completion of all requirements for admission to the professional year. 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites: Completion of all requirements for admission to the professional year. 3 Credits
3 Credits
SDIN4220 - Student Teaching Seminar
Spring 2024
Candidates completing the special education student teaching internship will discuss professional issues and topics such as: resume writing, interviewing and job searching. In addition, this seminar will provide a forum through which teacher candidates may share the inquiry projects required for the student teaching internship and discuss topics of interest related to their internship (classroom management issues, parent-teacher conferences, teaching issues, etc.) Candidates are required to complete SPED4200 Student Teaching concurrently with this course.
Prerequisites: CSCM1030 or CSHR1030 and admission to the professional year for special education, permission of the Department Head and Candidacy status
3 Credits
Prerequisites: CSCM1030 or CSHR1030 and admission to the professional year for special education, permission of the Department Head and Candidacy status
3 Credits
SDIN4300 - Adv Content Area Instrl Intrvn
Spring 2024
Course description unavailable, please contact Academic Services.
3 Credits
3 Credits
SPED0101 - Pect Special Education
Spring 2024
0 Credits
0 Credits
0 Credits
SPED0301 - Field Experiences 3010
Spring 2024
Co-Requisite: SPED3010
0 Credits
0 Credits
0 Credits
SPED0302 - Field Experiences 3020
Spring 2024
Co-Requisite: SPED3020
0 Credits
0 Credits
0 Credits
SPED0303 - Field Experiences 3030
Spring 2024
Course description unavailable, please contact Academic Services.
Please try again at a later time
0 Credits
0 Credits
0 Credits
SPED0304 - Field Experiences 3040
Spring 2024
Course description unavailable, please contact Academic Services.
Please try again at a later time
0 Credits
0 Credits
0 Credits
SPED0305 - Field Experiences 3050
Spring 2024
Course description unavailable, please contact Academic Services.
Please try again at a later time
0 Credits
0 Credits
0 Credits
SPED0306 - Field Experiences 3060
Spring 2024
Course description unavailable, please contact Academic Services.
Please try again at a later time
0 Credits
0 Credits
0 Credits
SPED0307 - Field Experiences 3070
Spring 2024
Course description unavailable, please contact Academic Services.
Please try again at a later time
0 Credits
0 Credits
0 Credits
SPED0308 - Field Experience
Spring 2024
Disability Studies and Service Learning Abroad is a Center for Global Engagement travel experience to Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, and Herceg Novi, Montenegro (on the Adriatic Sea). Students will partner with Lifeline Humanitarian Organization Chicago, under the patronage of HRH Princess Katherine of Serbia, to observe first-hand the complexities of deinstitutionalization and the social construct of disability. This partnership will provide RMU students from a variety of majors the opportunity to work with and support children with and without disabilities, and to engage with professionals in the fields of psychology, special education, general education, non-profit organization, and other related areas. The experience will also give undergraduate students the chance to add to the current inclusive conversations occurring in the Balkans. This zero credit course is open to all majors, and satisfies both the service and study abroad components of the SET.
Prerequisite: Instructor permission required 0 Credits
0 Credits
Prerequisite: Instructor permission required 0 Credits
0 Credits
SPED0345 - Field Experiences 3045
Spring 2024
Course description unavailable, please contact Academic Services.
Please try again at a later time
0 Credits
0 Credits
0 Credits
SPED0355 - Field Experiences 3055
Spring 2024
Course description unavailable, please contact Academic Services.
Please try again at a later time
0 Credits
0 Credits
0 Credits
SPED3010 - Intro Special Educ: Pre K-12
Spring 2024
This course is designed to provide the aspiring PK-4 and 4-8 teacher with the skills and knowledge to effectively coordinate the classroom learning environment to address the diverse learning needs of all students in the regular classroom setting. Characteristics of special needs students, modifications in teaching methods, and classroom management techniques for academic, social, emotional, and cognitive differences will be addressed. Students will utilize various assessment techniques, design activities with accommodations to meet students' special needs, and become familiar with many different augmentative technological devices available for use in the classroom setting. Federal legislation, team collaboration, special support services, and IEPs will be discussed.
Prerequisite: EDUC2000, ECED2100 or MLED2000 AND ECED2100 or Concurrent Co-Requisite: SPED0301 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisite: EDUC2000, ECED2100 or MLED2000 AND ECED2100 or Concurrent Co-Requisite: SPED0301 3 Credits
3 Credits
SPED3020 - Teachng Inclus Clsrm: Pre K-12
Spring 2024
Today's teachers are often challenged by the wide variety of student's ability levels and backgrounds in inclusive elementary classrooms. Many educators strive to differentiate instruction to address their students' individual interests, ability levels, and learning profiles. They attempt to adapt their content (what will be taught), process (how it will be taught), and the product (the assessment of the content through culminating projects). Teachers who differentiate instruction engage in curriculum and instruction which considers each student's learning strengths and needs in order to maximize the learning capacity of all the students (Tomlinson, 1999; Tomlinson & Eidson, 2003). This course will teach practical strategies for aspiring classroom teachers to differentiate lessons in order to meet the needs of all students which includes students with exceptional needs to students who are English Language Learners (ELL students). Some of the differentiated instruction strategies that will be taught will include: flexible grouping, RAFTS, WebQuests, anchor activities, tiered instruction, and learning contracts. The current special education legislation, utilizing the Individualized Education Plan (IEP), technology for differentiating, and techniques to make modifications in specific content area classes will be taught as well.
Prerequisites: SPED3010 Co-requisite: SPED0302 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites: SPED3010 Co-requisite: SPED0302 3 Credits
3 Credits
SPED3030 - Clsrm Mgmt/Pos Behav Supp K-12
Spring 2024
Course Description: The learning environment course will focus on observations and participation in the field in a variety of settings including an inclusive elementary classroom, a special education classroom or resource room in a typical school, and a place that provides support services specifically for people with special needs (i.e. Pressley Ridge, Western PA School for Blind Children, or the DePaul School for Hearing and Speech). The course will focus on further developing instruction and management skill competencies needed to become a successful special education teacher. The course will be conducted online and in the field.
Prerequisites: SPED3010 Co-requisite: SPED0303 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites: SPED3010 Co-requisite: SPED0303 3 Credits
3 Credits
SPED3040 - Differen Instruc In Pre K-12
Spring 2024
This course was developed to provide the pre-service educator with the skills for utilizing positive behavior supports in the management of their learning environment. By studying the causes of behaviors, future teachers will have a deeper understanding of how to prepare their students with self-determination skills and how to reduce challenging behaviors. The class will examine research-based/teacher-tested procedures, strategies, and discipline models. Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), behavior supports, antecedent management, and encouraging positive alternative behaviors will be addressed. Effective prevention and intervention strategies will be emphasized. This course will equip the aspiring teacher to design instruction and supports in order to encourage positive changes in classroom behavior.
Prerequisites: ECED2100 and Candidacy status Co-requisite: SPED0304 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites: ECED2100 and Candidacy status Co-requisite: SPED0304 3 Credits
3 Credits
SPED3045 - Transitioning
Spring 2024
This course examines policies, trends, educational practices, and societal perspectives related to transition of students with disabilities. This course explores transition planning from school to community living, post-secondary education, and employment. Curriculum and strategies will be investigated in order to maximize academic, social and functional skills of individuals with disabilities across the life span.
Prerequisite: SPED3010 or SPED6080 Co-requisite: SPED0345 or SPED0645 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisite: SPED3010 or SPED6080 Co-requisite: SPED0345 or SPED0645 3 Credits
3 Credits
SPED3050 - Tch Students W/High-Incid Disa
Spring 2024
This course is designed to provide the pre-service teacher candidate with the skills and knowledge to effectively teach students with high-incidence disabilities in general education classrooms. High-Incidence Disabilities, such as Learning Disabilities, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Emotional and Behavioral Disorders, and mild Mental Retardation, are those that are most commonly seen in the typical classroom. Candidates will study the characteristics, behaviors and learning needs of students with high-incidence disabilities, demonstrate the ability to adapt and differentiate curriculum, instruction and assessments, and focus on current trends and opportunities for collaboration, consultation and co-teaching. Cohort discussions, role playing, and in-class activities will help pre-service teachers reflect on their own attitudes, beliefs and values as well as enhance their professional practices to design inclusive classroom environments that facilitate the learning of all students in our schools.
Prerequisites: ECED2100 and Candidacy status 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites: ECED2100 and Candidacy status 3 Credits
3 Credits
SPED3055 - Intro Autism Spectrum Disorder
Spring 2024
This course provides an overview of characteristics, assessment, and teaching strategies for students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Current issues related to etiology, diagnosis, prevalence, prioritizing areas of teaching, environmental arrangements, and evidence based practices will be discussed. Special emphasis is placed on the use of Comprehensive Autism Assessment Tool and principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Field experiences are embedded in this course.
Prerequisites: SPED3010 or SPED6080 or permission of Department Head Co-requisites: SPED0355 or SPED0655 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites: SPED3010 or SPED6080 or permission of Department Head Co-requisites: SPED0355 or SPED0655 3 Credits
3 Credits
SPED3060 - Tch Students W/Low-Incid Disab
Spring 2024
Course Description: This course is designed to provide an overview of the unique needs of students with low incidence disabilities in various educational settings. Teacher candidates will explore policies, current trends, educational practices, and societal perspectives related to this population. Pre-service teachers will acquire and demonstrate knowledge of curriculum, instruction, behavioral and instructional supports, and assessment. In addition, this course will provide candidates with the knowledge and skills to teach a standards-based curriculum using evidence-based effective instruction and collaboration. Students will develop and implement curricular and instructional strategies for communication, social, motor, personal care, functional academic, community, and recreational or leisure skills.
Prerequisites: ECED2100 and Candidacy status Co-requisite: SPED0306 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites: ECED2100 and Candidacy status Co-requisite: SPED0306 3 Credits
3 Credits
SPED3070 - Language, Comm/Assistive Tech
Spring 2024
Course Description: This course examines normal language development and the language development of students with a disability. Instruction focuses on using language assessment to guide instruction and incorporating effective instructional strategies to develop English language skills. Students will examine the impact of language and language delays in reading and writing. In addition, this course explores assistive technology as a research supported tool to the academic success and inclusion of students with disabilities. Students will integrate assistive technology in lesson planning to meet students' individual needs as per IEP requirements. In-class activities stress team collaboration in our schools.
Prerequisites: SPED3010 and SPED3020 and Candidacy status Co-requisite: SPED0307 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites: SPED3010 and SPED3020 and Candidacy status Co-requisite: SPED0307 3 Credits
3 Credits
SPED3100 - Disabilities Studies
Spring 2024
Disability Studies understands disability as referring not only to a biological or medical condition, but also to a community of people (the largest minority in the U.S.); to a civil rights movement; to a complex set of social and ethical issues; to a universal human experience; and to the ways cultures respond to different bodies, minds, and behaviors. The class will help students understand disability in its social, cultural, and ethical dimensions.
3 Credits
3 Credits
SPED3110 - Early Intervention
Spring 2024
Course description unavailable, please contact Academic Services.
3 Credits
3 Credits
SPED4000 - Iep´s and The Law
Spring 2024
Course Description: This course is designed to teach aspiring special education teachers how to conduct assessments and evaluations. Students will learn to create and employ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) that meet the diverse needs of the students in their classrooms. Assessment techniques developed from research-based practices and state/federal mandates will be taught. Levels of learning from early intervention to transitions will be addressed. The course will present multiple formal, informal, summative, formative, and performance-based assessment tools for inclusive and special education classrooms.
Prerequisites: SPED3010 and Candidacy status 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites: SPED3010 and Candidacy status 3 Credits
3 Credits
SPED4020 - Reading and Special Education
Spring 2024
This course examines methods and best practices for developing literacy for students with exceptional needs. Reading, spelling, and written language are often major areas of concern and focus in student IEPs. This course explores the use of appropriate assessment tools, reading materials, universal design, and instructional strategies to increase the reading achievement of students across all levels of their education (elementary through high school). Assessment, implementation, and impact of Response to Intervention are addressed. In addition, the course investigates methods for adapting state standards and meeting ESSA and IDEA requirements for students with exceptional needs.
Prerequisite: Candidacy Status
3 Credits
Prerequisite: Candidacy Status
3 Credits
SPED4060 - Pre-Student Teaching
Spring 2024
The zero-credit field course is designed to involve the preservice special education students with the various aspects of classroom teaching methodology, pedagogy and management. The students will have the opportunity to employ reflective decision making when planning, implementing and assessing learning in an actual school environment. In addition, field students will become involved in the managerial, record keeping, personal and professional aspects of teaching in diverse classroom settings. Students will move through four basic learning experiences: observation, one-to-one tutoring, small group instruction and whole class instruction.
Prerequisites: Permission of the Department Head and Candidacy status
0 Credits
Prerequisites: Permission of the Department Head and Candidacy status
0 Credits
SPED4100 - Spec Ed: Collabor and The Law
Spring 2024
This course is designed to teach the legal and ethical responsibilities of the special education teacher. Laws that will be addressed in this course include but are not limited to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA), No Child Left Behind (NCLB), and the local Gaskins v. PA case. Concepts that will be taught are Child Find, Individualized Education Programs (IEP), Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), and Zero Reject. Due Process, the procedure for resolving disputes between parents of students with special needs and the schools, will be addressed. By examining case studies that reflect elements of legislation and the need for collaboration and consultation, future special education teachers will be able to reflect on personal views as well as the laws that they must uphold in the classroom setting.
Prerequisites: SPED3010, SPED3020, SPED3030 and Candidacy status 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites: SPED3010, SPED3020, SPED3030 and Candidacy status 3 Credits
3 Credits
SPED4200 - Student Teaching-Special Educa
Spring 2024
Course description unavailable, please contact Academic Services.
9 Credits
9 Credits
SPED4210 - Prof Tpc Sem: Ell To Spe Needs
Spring 2024
Candidates completing the student teaching internship will discuss professional issues and topics such as: resume writing, interviewing and job searching. In addition, this seminar will provide a forum through which teacher candidates may share the inquiry projects required for the student teaching internship and discuss topics of interest related to their internship (special needs, working with English language learners, classroom management issues, parent-teacher conferences, teaching issues, etc.) Candidates are required to complete ECED4200 Supervised Teaching concurrently with this course.
Prerequisites: Completion of all requirements for admission to the professional year. 3 Credits
3 Credits
Prerequisites: Completion of all requirements for admission to the professional year. 3 Credits
3 Credits
SPED4220 - Student Teaching Seminar
Spring 2024
Candidates completing the special education student teaching internship will discuss professional issues and topics such as: resume writing, interviewing and job searching. In addition, this seminar will provide a forum through which teacher candidates may share the inquiry projects required for the student teaching internship and discuss topics of interest related to their internship (classroom management issues, parent-teacher conferences, teaching issues, etc.) Candidates are required to complete SPED4200 Student Teaching concurrently with this course.
Prerequisites: CSCM1030 or CSHR1030 and admission to the professional year for special education, permission of the Department Head and Candidacy status
3 Credits
Prerequisites: CSCM1030 or CSHR1030 and admission to the professional year for special education, permission of the Department Head and Candidacy status
3 Credits
SPED4300 - Adv Content Area Instrl Intrvn
Spring 2024
Course description unavailable, please contact Academic Services.
3 Credits
3 Credits