Mar 29, 2024  
2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

ED 394 Supporting Students with Low-Incidence Disabilities


The purpose of this course is to prepare students in problem solving strategies, teaching techniques, itinerant services, and use of assistive technologies critical to effectively serving students with disabilities that fall under the designation “Low Incidence” and who require more intensive supports. We will learn what constitutes a low-incidence disability and issues surrounding the provision of effective education to these students. Students will explore the ramifications, language, and specific goals and objectives included with creating an IEP for these students. Students will discuss the appropriateness of various academic environments as children with low-incidence disabilities progress from early intervention to elementary to secondary education. General issues surrounding the topic of inclusion and the least restrictive environment will be addressed. Planning for transition across the life-span will be explored. A holistic approach to educating students with significant disabilities, with an emphasis on social, emotional, behavioral, transition and life skills, will be addressed. We will explore services through the lens of “quality of life” to help us consider critical issues. Students will participate in a fieldwork experience. This time will be used to guide instruction and to provide a context for all assignments.

Field experiences required.  See background check requirement policy.

Prerequisite: ED 110 , ED 214