EDU 250 - Education of Exceptional Learners

3 Credit(s)

This survey course is an introduction to exceptional learners and their education in grades PK-12. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the characteristics of people with exceptional needs in addition to strategies of educating and including all learners in general education and special education settings. Student will research and discuss complex issues related to compliance with state and federal education laws, such as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as well as learn to navigate special education processes, such as referral, eligibility, re-evaluation, and IEPs. This course requires a minimum of 10 hours of field experience in special education settings.

Prereqs: EDU 212 with a grade of C or better
Course Type: Lecture
Tuition Tier: Base
Delivery Method:
In-Person
Course Learning Outcomes:
CLO 1) Students will examine the characteristics of exceptional learners in grades Pk-12 and their impact on learning. (MTS/MIPEC 1A1, 2A1)

CLO 2) Students will evaluate strategies and resources for teaching exceptional learners in both general education and special education settings. (MTS/MIPEC 2A4, 4A2)

CLO 3) Students will describe federal and state regulations, including IDEA and ADA, and their implications for the education of exceptional learners. (MTS/MIPEC 3A1, 3A2)

CLO 4) Students will summarize the legal rights of exceptional learners and their families. (MTS/MIPEC 3A1, 3A2, 3A3, 7A5, 8A3)

CLO 5) Student will explain the roles and responsibilities of teachers, staff, parents, students, and other professionals in the education of exceptional learners. (MTS/MIPEC 7A1, 7A2, 7A4, 7A5, 8A3, 9A1, 9A2)

CLO 6) Students will analyze best practices for educating exceptional learners. (MTS/MIPEC 5A1, 5A2)