EDUC 3260S DV - The Exceptional Student (Secondary)

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Students will learn about the learning and social characteristics of young people with exceptionalities–that is, disabilities (physical, mental, learning) or giftedness–and about public policy and services available to them. As future teachers, they will learn about how such individuals are identified and served by the school system, what strategies are effective for instructing them, and roles and responsibilities of school personnel in providing appropriate educational experiences for all students in an inclusive classroom. Field experience required. Should be taken concurrently with the other courses in the Secondary Teacher Education Core (EDUC 3200S, EDUC 3900, and EDUC 3930).