EDUC 178 — Introduction to the Education of Exceptional Students
This course is an introduction into the world of exceptional student learners from the identification and referral phase, through the testing procedure to the classification process. Students will be informed about categories of exceptionality, evidence-based programs, and best teaching practices designed to assist exceptional student learners. Topics will include the nature of identified learning disabilities, the legislation concerned with exceptional individuals, the role of parent organizations, and the types of programs available for early intervention, preschool, the K-12 population and programs for adults with disabilities.