EDA 334 - Assessment for Early Intervention

Institution:

West Chester University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Special Education

Description:

This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills needed for assessment appropriate to young children with disabilities and those who are considered to be "at-risk". We will cover norm and criterion referenced assessment, developmental assessment and alternative assessment methodologies. This course bases its objectives on the knowledge that all early intervention professionals will need to know how to work with a diverse group of young children with disabilities. It will acquaint the student with the legal mandates of serving young children with disabilities in the least restrictive setting, as well as the characteristics of those children with disabilities, including family characteristics. Also, emphasis will be placed on working within the team structures, as appropriate to inclusive practices, and the various roles each professional takes on.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wcupa.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 436-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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