EDU 230 Introduction to Exceptionalities

3 Credits

In this course, students gain an understanding of persons with various disabilities and/or exceptionalities and the presence of these individuals in instructional settings. Emphasis is placed upon special education law and policies, historical foundations, as well as strategies for making curriculum, instruction, and assessment available for all students, regardless of their ability, behavioral differences, learning style, and cultural differences.

Prerequisite(s): ECE 101 or EDU 101

NOTE: There is a required field component for this course. All students are required to have valid clearances to participate in field experience. EDU 230 Intro to Exceptionalities is a prerequisite for all other Special Education courses.