EDUC 525 - Educating Exceptional Individuals 3 hours

A study of all components affecting the education of exceptional individuals. Variables addressed include: the type and extent of the various disabilities; the legal conditions and constraints influencing placement and instruction; the roles of collaboration and consultation of the personnel who work with exceptional students, including special teachers, classroom teachers, parents, administrators, and counselors; methods and materials used in instruction; classroom management. The role of the classroom teacher will be emphasized. Prerequisite: graduate standing; and admission to the Teacher Certification Program or full MAT or M.Ed. status.