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  • SPEC 110: Intro Individuals w/Except

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Focused on the protection of basic human rights for all individuals, the course examines research-based systemic educational practices, such as tiered intervention supports and high-leverage practices. Introduces laws and guidelines regarding identification of exceptionalities utilizing definitions, characteristics, and etiology within educational contexts through the lens of cultural relevancy and ethics including racial, ethnic, and social diversity. This course examines historical, current cultural, and ethical issues surrounding individuals with exceptionalities.
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  • SPEC 220: Data Dvn Int Ind Exc

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Addresses the needs of teacher candidates who have the responsibility for instruction and literacy development for students with disabilities. The course content emphasizes a comprehensive overview of the skills, processes, and evidence-based practices for linking assessment and instruction in inclusive settings for students with disabilities.
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  • SPEC 227: Intro to Early Int

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Provides an overview of the field of early intervention (EI), including historical perspectives, philosophies of EI, influences of exceptionalities on the development of young children, individualized planning (Individualized Family Service Plan [IFSP]), early intervention models and multi-tiered intervention strategies and supports (MTSS), collaboration between service providers (e.g., OT, PT, SLP) and families. The content includes a focus on emerging literacy strategies within home and intervention environments.
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  • SPEC 229: Tech Ind Except

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Develops an understanding of existing and emerging technologies being used by various professionals working with individuals with exceptionalities. Students will use computers, assistive devices, educational software and other technologies utilized as instructional tools, administrative tools, and environmental interfaces.
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  • SPEC 330: Meth Instr Ind Excep

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Provides teaching candidates with culturally sensitive and relevant evidenced-based skills for developing inclusive classroom instruction for students with exceptionalities, by creating positive classroom learning environments, and establishing effective collaboration in an ethical manner.
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  • SPEC 335: Lit Inst Indiv Excep

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Prepares teacher candidates to identify, develop, and implement culturally relevant evidence-based literacy instruction for students with exceptionalities. Within an overview of structured literacy instruction, key components including explicit instruction, progress monitoring, and data analysis will be emphasized. Requirements include literacy lesson development, implementation, and analysis. Candidates will also examine resources and the process to identify effective literacy programs and practices for students with exceptionalities.
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  • SPEC 345: Literacy Inst for Stud w/Dis

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Designed to address the needs of pre-service teachers who have the responsibility for literacy development and instruction for students with disabilities. Emphasis will be given to literacy components, evidence-based practices, and varying challenges students with disabilities have in learning to read and write.
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  • SPEC 401: Char and Eti. of ASD

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Offers a comprehensive understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Students will develop and demonstrate an in-depth understanding of defining characteristics of and diagnostic criteria for various ASD and other associated disorders. Students will be introduced to definitions, etiologies, and behaviors of individuals diagnosed with ASD. The historical foundations, treatment, and service delivery models will be explored. An overview of school-based interventions and transitions will be discussed. Students will complete required field-based experiences.
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  • SPEC 402: ASD Collab Families

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Provides students with an advanced level of knowledge and skills to effectively collaborate with families, agencies, and communities to support the educational, social, functional, and transition needs of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Students will examine family systems and issues that impact family dynamics. Significant emphasis will be on identifying available community resources, designing individual programming, promoting collaborative efforts, leading cross-system planning efforts, and providing professional service leadership activities.
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  • SPEC 403: ASD Inst & Intervent

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Offers a comprehensive understanding of instructional interventions and methods across grade levels for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Students will develop and demonstrate in-depth an understanding related to research driven, evidence-based instructional practices for academic, functional, and occupational skills, as well as communication and social skills instruction.GC Students will complete twenty-five hours of required field-based experiences.GC
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