SPD 220 - Survey of Exceptional and Special Education

Credit Hour(s): 3
This is a survey course designed to guide students in developing a basic understanding of an array of exceptionalities and disabilities and the educational process in providing services for students in special education programs. The focus is on populations with disabilities whose educational rights are protected in public schools through IDEA, and other disabilities and exceptionalities commonly encountered in educational settings. Collaboration among general education and special education teachers, education support personnel, community agencies and families is essential for meeting the needs of children and adolescents with exceptionalities; this course is designed to help those factions develop a knowledge base that will allow them to engage in providing positive and supportive environments for special populations.

Students are required to complete a 20 hour internship in an assigned placement as part of this course, and the course has an additional fee. This course has an additional fee. 3 Credit(s). 3 Contact Hour(s). 20 Service Hour(s).