Siena Heights University
SED 562 METHODS & STRATEGIES FOR TEACHING CHILDREN WITH LEARNING DISABILITIES 4 In this course , graduate students examine research-based learning programs and identify matches between student needs and program strengths . Modifications and accommodations to the basic skill areas in standard curricula in K-12 settings are studied . In addition , the graduate student develops skills at designing , implementing , and evaluating remedial programs , adaptation techniques , and activities for students with learning disabilities . Norm-referenced , criterion-referenced , and curriculum-based assessments are explored . The construction of ageappropriate environments that facilitate growth and learning are discussed . The candidate explores various factors related to the IEP , RTI , and 504 processes , learns how the teacher as researcher functions in a classroom , and applies this knowledge during the field experience . Thirty ( 30 ) clock hours in a setting with children with learning disabilities are required . Prerequisite : SED 561 or equivalent
SED 580 / 680 DIRECTED TEACHING ( SPECIAL EDUCATION ) 4 Supervised observation , participation , and teaching in local public and private K-12 schools are experienced . This is an eight ( 8 ) week , full-time placement . Depending on the candidate ’ s prior certification and teaching experience , the field placements are divided between elementary , middle , and secondary settings . All candidates must complete directed teaching in two ( 2 ) different school-level settings . University supervisors observe and evaluate candidates at least three ( 3 ) times during this semester . There are two ( 2 ) evaluations in each setting and one ( 1 ) culminating evaluation . Evaluation criteria are based upon the Michigan Department of Education Professional Standards for Teachers and special education standards . Credit / No Credit grading only . Prerequisite : Completion of at least 20 credits of specialization courses ; permission of program director Co-requisite : SED 595 / 695 , SED 545
SED 581 NATURE AND NEED FOR STUDENTS WITH COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT 3 This course provides an introduction in the area of cognitive impairment with attention being given to the nature and needs aspects of this field . Research based models are discussed in relation to the development of educational programs . The impacts of a cognitive impairment on the social / emotional development and daily living skills of a student are explored in detail . All aspects of receiving services are included in the continuum of services . There is a focus on community services as well as post school services . Thirty ( 30 ) clock hours in a setting with children with cognitive impairments are required . Prerequisite : SED 612 or equivalent
SED 582 EDUCATIONAL METHODS AND STRATEGIES FOR WORKING WITH PERSONS WITH A
MILD COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT 2 During this course , the student will examine research-based instructional learning programs appropriate for students with mild cognitive impairment , K-adult . In addition , students will design , implement , and evaluate ageappropriate individual and small group interventions for students with mild cognitive impairments based on best practices and research . These interventions will include , but not be limited to , academic , daily living skills , prevocational skills , and personal care skills . Modifications to standard curricula for students with mild cognitive impairments in K-12 settings will be studied and practiced . Communication of these to other professionals will be studied and practiced . Assessments ( norm-referenced , criterion-referenced , and curriculum-based ) will be explored and implemented . Discussed in this class will be the construction of age-appropriate environments ( school , work , living , recreation ) that facilitate growth and learning . Students will explore all factors related to the IEP , RTI , ITP and 504 processes . Twenty ( 20 ) clock hours in a setting with children with mild cognitive impairment are required . Prerequisite : SED 581
SED 583 EDUCATIONAL METHODS AND STRATEGIES FOR WORKING WITH PERSONS WITH
MODERATE AND SEVERE COGNITIVE IMPAIRMENT 2 During this course , the candidate will examine research-based instructional learning programs for students with moderate and severe cognitive impairment . Health and medical issues will be examined and the candidate will design and implement a study of age appropriate individual interventions for students with moderate and severe cognitive impairment based on best practices and research . Age-appropriate modifications to standard curricula for students with cognitive impairments in K-12 settings will be studied and practiced . The candidate will communicate these to other professionals . In addition , the candidate will , based on research models , develop skills at designing , implementing , and evaluating programs and adaptation techniques and activities for students
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