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. M.Ed. School Leader K-12 students: You are required to complete 300 practicum hours during this program. It is recommended that you complete 15 hours of practicum during this course. Your course instructor will check in with you. You will be asked to show your time log signed by your supervisor and course instructor. Prerequisite(s): graduate standing; and admission to the Teacher Certification Program or full MAT or M.Ed. status.