11 courses with the subject SPED, 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.
SPED 201Characteristics of Children and Youth with Mild Disabilities3
This course incorporates the study of etiology, characteristics and types of exceptional learners. Behavioral, emotional, physical, receptive and expressive learning modalities and characteristics are examined. A survey of administrative instructional arrangements and learning environment will be examined along with a review of research findings and literature supporting the education of exceptional children. Prerequisite: None
SPED 202Nature and Needs of Person with Mental Retardation3
This course explores etiology, characteristics, possible causes and learning capabilities. Also explored will be family needs, instructional arrangements, learning environments and educational placement options designed to maximize educational potential. Prerequisite: None
SPED 203History and Legislation of Special Education3
This course is designed to acquaint teacher candidates with the knowledge of history and development of special education and how legislative issues have impacted its continued development as well as the continuum of services which currently exist. It begins with the origin of special education and follows its journey through the legislative period. Included in this course content is information regarding the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (formerly P.L. 94-142), the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation and Vocation Act of 1973 and 296 LEMOYNE-OWEN COLLEGE 2023-2025 COLLEGE CATALOG
This course is a survey of various methods of manual communication used by the deaf or hearing impaired to enhance comprehension. A study and practice of sign language is used in the context of total communication. Prerequisite: None
SPED 301Assessment and Evaluation of Exceptional Learners3
This course examines the assessment process, types, and administration of assessment instruments and knowledge of procedure and interpretation of information regarding the education of exceptional learners. Additional emphasis will be placed on due process, to include referral procedures for recommending placement within special education, appropriate construction of the Individualized Education Program (IEP), and appropriate documentation for placement options. Prerequisite: Praxis II Content Knowledge Test
SPED 302Curriculum Development and Implementation for Exceptional Learners I3
This course is a comprehensive study of curriculum design and development for exceptional learners. Instructional approaches and strategies for resource and inclusion classrooms will be examined for primary learners based on academic, social, interpersonal, self-help, motor, and communication skills. Prerequisite: Praxis II Content Knowledge Test
SPED 305Family, School, and Community Partnerships3
This course will focus on characteristics and roles of families and other professionals in the education of exceptional learners. The dynamics of the family system and how it is affected by a child, adolescent, or adult with a disability is explored. School and community roles are defined in relation to their provision of services to individuals and families from diverse settings and cultures.
Candidates within this course will study the modification of content of Elementary, Middle and Secondary classrooms and the methods of presentation to meet the needs of exceptional learners. Modifications and presentations will be conducted in the content areas reading, mathematics, and language arts. This course includes a sequence of direct involvement with exceptional learners in resource and inclusion classrooms. Prerequisite: Praxis II Content Knowledge Test
SPED 403Assistive and Adaptive Technology for Exceptional Learners3
This course examines classroom strategies and methods related to assisted and adaptive technology instruction for exceptional learners. Candidates will examine the coordination and use of technology that augments instruction in classroom settings for exceptional learners. Prerequisite: Praxis II
SPED 404Curriculum Development and Implementation for Exceptional Learners II3
This course studies curriculum methods and materials applicable to exceptional learners in middle and secondary levels. Emphasis is on academic, social, and prevocational strategies, techniques and implementation of appropriate instruction in exceptional and inclusive settings. Prerequisite: Praxis II Content Knowledge Test 297 LEMOYNE-OWEN COLLEGE 2023-2025 COLLEGE CATALOG
This course is designed to prepare Teacher Candidates to identify reading challenges that students bring to the classroom. Specific emphasis is given to applying theory to classroom settings using developmentally appropriate strategies and related models of teaching. Special attention is given to a balanced approach to literacy; and, to the selection, preparation and organization of materials into integrated units of study using technology. Specific attention is given to the TN Literacy Standards and how they will be used to enhance reading skills. A level II field placement is required. Prerequisite: Admission to the Educator preparation program, Praxis II PLT, Passing Scores on Content Knowledge and Specialty Examinations.
