EDU 225 - Exceptional Learners in Middle Childhood and Adolescence

Institution:

Luzerne County Community College

Subject:

Education

Description:

This course provides an overview of the field of special education, focusing on the principles, practices, and legal aspects of educating exceptional students in the middle and secondary grade levels. The history of special education, types of disabilities, assessment and evaluation techniques, individualized education programs (IEP), classroom strategies, inclusion, and the role special education professionals in supporting the diverse needs of students with disabilities. Students will gain insights into the challenges and opportunities within the special education system, and develop a foundational understanding of how to create inclusive learning environments.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.luzerne.edu

Phone Number:

(570) 740-0200

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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