CHDV 2023 — CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
Emphasis on implementing practical strategies and inclusive practices. Provides understanding of conditions which affect children’s development and learning, including risk factors, developmental variations and developmental patterns of specific disabilities. Addresses how to create and modify environments and experiences to meet individual needs of children with disabilities, developmental delays and special abilities. Course includes opportunities to evaluate and demonstrate appropriate use of assistive technology with young children and a review of state and federal legislation on providing services for children with disabilities and their families. Course combines lecture, hands-on and observations. (Fall only)