EDUC 2220 - Exceptional Learners

3 hours

This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the education of exceptional students and those with special needs. The intent of this course is to provide beginning educators with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions that are crucial for constructing learning environments that help all students reach their potential. Consideration is given to issues of human diversity as well as factors that have an impact on families, cultures, and schools with examination as to how these issues affect delivery of educational services. Ten hours of observation at approved sites is required for successful course completion and the student will need to provide own transportation to fulfill this experience. Current technology is used frequently in class and students must have access to their own laptop computer for admittance to an Education program