600
Concentrated study of special education law, professional ethics, and current issues in the field of special education. Prerequisites: Admission to a master’s program in special education.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
Admission to a master’s program in special education.
Corequisites
None.
This course will provide an introduction to the interdisciplinary field of disability studies.
Credits
3(3-0)
This course is designed to provide an in-depth examination of ableism, including the social, political, and economic consequences.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
A non-credit course intended for students who have completed all program credits but still need to use university resources to complete their degree requirements.
Credits
1(1-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
This course presents evidence-based strategies for preparing future special educators for teaching students with mild cognitive impairment. Prerequisite: SPE 660.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
SPE 660
Corequisites
None.
This course prepares future special educators to effectively develop and administer assessments to evaluate behavioral progress and social skill development for students with cognitive impairment.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Study of the organization and administration of special education programs. This course may be offered in an online format. Identical to EDL 675. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Cross Listed Courses
EDL 675
This course presents evidence-based strategies for preparing future special educators for teaching students with moderate/profound cognitive impairment. Prerequisite: SPE 660.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
SPE 660
Corequisites
None.
Study of trends, alternative approaches, and innovative curriculum in planning for individuals with disabilities. Special topics course specifically for in-service training. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
This course involves evidence-based strategies for promoting self- determination, self-regulation, and self-advocacy skills in students with specific learning disabilities. Prerequisite: SPE 577.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
SPE 577
Corequisites
None.
Analysis and application of the skills, competencies, responsibilities, priorities, and evaluative processes appropriate in special education. Prerequisites: SPE 600 or SPE 660.
Credits
3(3-0)
Introduction to characteristics of students with disabilities. This course addresses issues relevant to special education practices.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Developing, facilitating, and implementing effective Individualized Education Programs for students with disabilities.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None.
Survey of sociocultural influences on culturally and linguistically diverse students with disabilities. Introduces and reinforces culturally responsive and collaborative practices that promote equity in education. Prerequisite: SPE 660 or Admission to the MA in Education: Curriculum and Instruction concentration.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
SPE 660 or Admission to the MA in Education: Curriculum and Instruction concentration.
Corequisites
None.
Individual research or project in the field of special education. Prerequisite: Approval of department chairperson.
Credits
1-3(Spec)
This course presents evidence-based strategies for transitioning students with cognitive impairments from school to adulthood. Prerequisite: SPE 660.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
SPE 660
Corequisites
None.
Methods and materials used in teaching students with specific learning disabilities. Prerequisite: SPE 577 or Admission to the MA in Education: Curriculum and Instruction concentration.
Credits
3(3-0)
Prerequisites
SPE 577 or Admission to the MA in Education: Curriculum and Instruction concentration.
Corequisites
None.
Development, selection, evaluation, administration, and interpretation of assessments used in special education for data-based service delivery. Prerequisites: SPE 600 or SPE 660.