11 courses with the subject SPEC, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
SPEC 126Special Topics in Special Education
Credit Varies Neumann University periodically offers Special Topics in Special Education [SPEC] that reflect specific topics of study which are not part of the standard University curriculum. Special Topics courses in Special Education that are numbered at the 126/226 level are generally open to all students. Courses at the 326 level are specifically designed for students at either the junior or senior level, while courses at the 426 level are open only to students with senior standing. For any given semester, course title(s) and content area(s), as well as any specified prerequisites in addition to those listed below, are published during the preceding semester. Permission of the instructor may be required before a student can register for any Special Topics course.
This course is designed for students to comprehend the academic, social, and performance needs of children with learning disabilities (LDs) and other related disabilities. Emphasis will be placed on the concepts of DI, UDL, RTII, LRE, inclusive learning settings, the continuum of services, specific interventions, and the ethical behavior of teachers. Students will determine and apply content and strategies to support students, including intensive reading, writing, & math interventions.
Credit Varies Neumann University periodically offers Special Topics in Special Education [SPEC] that reflect specific topics of study which are not part of the standard University curriculum. Special Topics courses in Special Education that are numbered at the 126/226 level are generally open to all students. Courses at the 326 level are specifically designed for students at either the junior or senior level, while courses at the 426 level are open only to students with senior standing. For any given semester, course title(s) and content area(s), as well as any specified prerequisites in addition to those listed below, are published during the preceding semester. Permission of the instructor may be required before a student can register for any Special Topics course.
This course introduces the characteristics, assessment, and identification processes for disabilities* that occur at the highest frequency among students who receive special education services. Focus will be given to communication disorders, intellectual disabilities, ADHD, and emotional/behavior disorders. Students will explore the common characteristics associated with these disabilities and examine the educator’s role through engagement in evidence-based practices. Frameworks for high impact practice, including the principles of Universal Design for Learning and Multi-Tier Systems of Support (MTSS), will be examined. *Learning Disabilities (LDs) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) will be addressed on a limited basis, and fuller exploration will occur in separate, designated courses.
This course is designed for students to gain understanding of assessment and identification of students with special needs. Students will gain an understanding of IDEIA and other special education laws used in schools today. The course will break down all parts of the IEP (Individualized Education Program) and the identification process, including present levels of performance, smart goals & objectives, instructional & assessment strategies, FAPE, and LRE. Students will explore different assessment types used by special educators and related service providers.
This course provides students with a foundational understanding of the minds of neurodiverse individuals, including those with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD/ADD, and other neurodiverse disabilities. Topics include common characteristics, executive functioning, theory of mind, and how neurodiverse individuals navigate a neurotypical world, with an emphasis on moving beyond deficit-based perspectives toward strengths-based understanding. Students will apply this knowledge to create, modify, and assess curriculum in alignment with Pennsylvania state standards and the Individuals with Disabilities Education and Improvement Act (IDEIA), developing practical skills for designing accommodations and instructional strategies that support neurodiverse learners in inclusive educational environments.
Credit Varies Neumann University periodically offers Special Topics in Special Education [SPEC] that reflect specific topics of study which are not part of the standard University curriculum. Special Topics courses in Special Education that are numbered at the 126/226 level are generally open to all students. Courses at the 326 level are specifically designed for students at either the junior or senior level, while courses at the 426 level are open only to students with senior standing. For any given semester, course title(s) and content area(s), as well as any specified prerequisites in addition to those listed below, are published during the preceding semester. Permission of the instructor may be required before a student can register for any Special Topics course.
This course introduces the characteristics, assessment, and identification processes for disabilities that occur at the lowest frequency among students who receive special education services. Focus will be given to more severe disabilities like intellectual disabilities, down syndrome, physical and medical disabilities. Students will explore the common characteristics associated with these disabilities and examine the educator’s role in engaging evidence-based practices. Frameworks for Universal Design for Learning, inclusive practices, and transitional programs to maximize the potential of all students from birth to 22 will be presented.
The collaborative and communicative processes between parents and professionals who live and work with students with disabilities are examined. The course also addresses parent conferences, IEP meetings, co-planning and co-teaching, and how to address the concerns of families of students with special needs.
Credit Varies Neumann University periodically offers Special Topics in Special Education [SPEC] that reflect specific topics of study which are not part of the standard University curriculum. Special Topics courses in Special Education that are numbered at the 126/226 level are generally open to all students. Courses at the 326 level are specifically designed for students at either the junior or senior level, while courses at the 426 level are open only to students with senior standing. For any given semester, course title(s) and content area(s), as well as any specified prerequisites in addition to those listed below, are published during the preceding semester. Permission of the instructor may be required before a student can register for any Special Topics course.
Credit Varies Qualified students who seek individualized advanced study in some area of special education that is not covered in scheduled courses may apply for an Independent Study Project (ISP). Students assume responsibility for special readings and research under the supervision of a designated faculty member. Regular meetings with faculty and completion of all assignments are required.
EDU 230 and Conditions of the University’s ISP Policy, as well as any additional clearance requirements as determined by the Division of Education and Human Services.
