Course Name |
Long Title |
Min Credits |
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SPE-566 |
Professional Seminar Std Teaching Grad |
1 |
Students engage the study of methods , materials and curriculum issues for the instruction of PK-12 Special Education |
students . Attention to theory , best practices , technology use and assessment will be highlighted as well as professional and |
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state standards in the area of Special Education for diverse learners . Field experience is required . |
SPE-580 |
Foundations of Autism Spectrum Disorder |
3 |
This course examines the characteristics of individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder ( ASD ). Students will explore the assessment and evaluation process for identifying ASD , current trends in teaching approaches and interventions , and strategies for supporting the families of students with AS |
SPE-581 |
Assessment & Program Development |
3 |
This course focuses on the design and implementation of assessment and program protocols for learners on the autism spectrum . The connection between on-going assessment and its role in individualized program development will be emphasized . The student will be presented with data-based decision-making models which will guide program development . Field Experience is required . |
SPE-582 |
Comm , Beh , Social Comp Students Autism |
3 |
This course will address the broad scope of issues relative to effective communication , behavioral and social competence for students on the autism spectrum . The course will analyze the interrelationship between communication and behavior . Language development , pragmatics , augmentative and alternative communication systems will be presented . Field Experience is required . |
SPE-583 |
Scientifically Res Based Best Instr Pr |
3 |
A decision-making framework based on empirically based interventions that allow for the design of effective instructional systems will be emphasized in this course . Practices and procedures that address the core features of autism allowing for application across diverse instructional settings will be presented . The course will emphasize strategies to enhance collaboration with paraprofessionals as well as the representatives of services received by agencies outside of the school realm . Field Experience is required . |