ED 7052 - Curriculum and Instruction in Special Education

This course helps students identify researched-based instructional strategies based on sound child development theory that support learners at all levels with a range of disabilities; assist students in working within a competency-based learning environment and identifying ways in which the achievement of students can be monitored and documented; understand the principles of assessment (formative and summative) as they relate to students with disabilities and utilize evaluation tools and programs that clearly identify student achievement; implement and promote programming in the area of social emotional well-being; oversee the use of appropriate instructional practices to teach and provide transitional activities in the following areas: functional living; career and employment; and social, emotional, health and wellness. (3 credits)