EDU 253 - Inclusive Secondary Instructional Practices

3 credit hours - Three hours weekly; one term.
Learn about the requirements of special education mandates regarding the accommodation and adaptation of instruction for secondary students with special needs. Examine individual needs through appropriate adaptations to curriculum, instruction, resources and management techniques for the inclusive classroom at the designated age/grade level.

Prerequisite(s): EDU 214 .

Location(s) Typically Offered: Online (OL)

Term(s) Typically Offered: Fall

Course Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Define and describe the academic, behavioral and/ or social characteristics of students with special needs as identified in the laws that govern the provision of special education and Section 504 services.
Identify and explain the responsibilities of the classroom and special education teachers in developing and implementing individualized education programs (IEPs) for students with disabilities.
Design and utilize a process for collaboration among general and special educators, teacher assistants and related service personnel in inclusive environments.
Identify specific instructional strategies for teaching academic curriculum content to students with disabilities or those who struggle to learn.
Implement a strengths-based approach to assess student’s abilities and needs.
Identify appropriate classroom accommodations for student success in inclusive instructional and social environments.