32 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.
Introduction to all exceptionalities included in special education; the psychology of exceptional learners and legislation pertaining to the education of students with disabilities.
This course emphasizes the responsibility of teachers and other school professionals to 1) communicate effectively for diverse audiences; 2) consider how verbal and non-verbal communication can be considered through various cultural lenses including that of disability; 3) communicate in a manner which fosters greater intercultural awareness and sensitivity; 4) examine the role of technology in contemporary communication with and between students; 5) consider the role and responsibilities of educators in public discourse in diverse professional settings. Course is required for those seeking licensure to teach Special Education General Curriculum K-12.
This course is designed to support the development of reflective, professional, collaborative, and evidence-based practitioners. It introduces students to the fundamentals of theory and practice for teaching science and social studies core content in K-12 education with an emphasis on unpacking standards to provide scaffolding from the foundational through mastery levels. Curricular mapping includes evidence-based practices in delivery, lesson construction, assessment, and remediation with emphasis on developing strategies for teaching exceptional learners.
This course is designed to introduce students to the principles and practices of evidence-based instruction within the field of special education. Students will explore various instructional strategies and learn how to apply these methods in diverse educational settings in ways that promote student engagement and success. Emphasis will be placed on critically evaluating and implementing research-supported techniques to enhance teaching and learning outcomes for students with diverse needs. Through a combination of theoretical insights and practical applications, students will gain the skills necessary to design and deliver high-quality instruction that is both evidence-based and pedagogically sound.
This course provides fundamental knowledge about individuals with autism spectrum disorder. The course emphasizes the characteristics, definitions, legislation, and history of autism. Theories of autism, screening techniques, and intervention methods will also be explored in this course.
This course covers legislation and policies related to the special education evaluation process, as well as the development and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). Various aspects of IDEA will be explored, including free and appropriate public education, non-discriminatory evaluation, and least restrictive environment. The emphasis is on the components of a well-written IEP, as well as assessing student progress.
This course is designed to provide students with an introduction to the normal acquisition of language, and deviations in language development due to environmental and organic etiologies. Intervention approaches for language disorders for students with disabilities includes understanding low-, mid-, and high-tech assistive technology (AT) and augmentative/alternative communication (AAC) strategies. Students will learn to assess for, design, and apply AT and AAC to facilitate success in the lives of persons with disabilities.
An introduction to the study of exceptional children and adults. The course will start with a review of how disabilities are perceived in society (language, portrayal in media) and will then cover several specific high incidence disabilities, including learning disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, and intellectual disabilities. The course will cover characteristics of each disability, as well as factors relating to school, employment, and community living. The focus will be on helping individuals with disabilities to achieve the federal goals of equality of opportunity and full participation in society. *Fulfills Civitae Core FHBS SI
Selected topics in Special Education. The topics will vary from semester to semester. Descriptions will be available from academic advisors. May be repeated for credit when topics change.
Strategies for developing positive behavior intervention plans and supports from behavioral, cognitive, ecological, psychoeducational, and psychodynamic theories.
A comprehensive study of medical and neurological considerations, including hereditary, nutritional, and environmental factors affecting children with exceptionalities from the prenatal period through the school years. The concepts underlying various developmental disabilities concerning their characteristics due to medical and neurological factors faced by the families of children with disabilities and the intervention strategies adopted in assisting such children are also addressed.
Research-based strategies for teaching reading and language arts to special education students in the general curriculum. Emphasis on teacher-directed instruction and direct instructional teaching models.
Emphasis on strategies, accommodations, modifications, and collaboration for content areas such as Mathematics, Social Studies, and Science.
A field experience tutoring special education students in the general curriculum in reading.
This course is designed to introduce students to the assessment process in special education by addressing foundational knowledge and issues surrounding the construction of IEP’s, curriculum-based measurement and assessment (CBM and CBA), and teacher-made tests. In addition, state assessments, such as SOL’s, will be discussed as they relate to special education students.
Advanced teaching experience with students with exceptional needs.
This course focuses on the development and implementation of effective, research-based adaptations and modifications for mathematics curricula tailored to meet the needs of exceptional learners. This course will equip students with the skills to adapt general educational materials and mathematics content to support diverse learning needs and ensure accessibility and engagement for all learners. Key topics include the use of differentiated instruction strategies, the integration of assistive technologies, the adaptation of assessment tools, and the development and monitoring of IEP goals.
Research-based strategies for teaching reading and language arts to special education students in the general curriculum. This course presents an introduction to literacy terminology and concepts, as well as evidence-based practices for students with exceptional needs in a special/general education classroom. The emphasis in this course is on foundations of literacy, in particular phonological and phonemic awareness, as well as phonics instruction.
Research-based strategies for teaching reading and language arts to special education students in the general curriculum, with a focus on vocabulary and comprehension, as well as teaching literacy across content areas.
This clinical experience course is designed for teacher candidates to engage in authentic practice opportunities with exceptional learners, specifically in the area of reading and language arts instruction. They will have the opportunity to observe, assess, plan, and teach over the course of the semester.
An introduction to all disabilities in special education. Characteristics and needs of students with disabilities, legislation, litigation, inclusion, and the role of the classroom teacher as a member of the IEP team.
This 90-hour clinical experience course is designed for Teacher Candidates to spend time in a special education classroom, observing and participating in classroom instruction across a variety of content areas. Teacher candidates will have the opportunity to teach lessons and receive feedback.
This advanced course builds upon foundational knowledge and focuses on equipping students with comprehensive techniques for effectively managing behavior in educational settings. Students will gain in-depth insights into various behavior management strategies and interventions that can be utilized to support positive behavior and address challenging behaviors in the classroom. The course covers the theoretical underpinnings of behavior management, including reinforcement, punishment, and behavior shaping, and provides practical applications for implementing these strategies effectively. Emphasis will be placed on the principles and practices of behavior modification and applied behavior analysis (ABA) specifically tailored for educators.
Required of all students seeking licensure to teach Special Education (grades K-12). See prerequisites for student teaching.
The student teaching special education seminar class is required of all students during their student teaching semester for the purpose of collaboration with department professors during their final clinical experience in public schools before graduation. Emphasis in the seminar course will be on unpacking the student teacher evaluations (formative, summative), processing feedback on instructional delivery and lesson planning, developing a climate of belonging in the classroom, and transference of professional dispositions to clinical practice.
Students will develop an understanding of low tech and high tech Assistive Technology (AT) and Augmentative/Alternative Communication (AAC) systems. Study will include federal and state laws related to the provision of AT/AAC and funding for devices. Students will learn to assess for, design, and apply AT and AAC to facilitate success in the lives of persons with disabilities.
This course is designed to teach students about the assessment process in special education by addressing procedural safeguards, data collection, formal procedures, issues in assessment, psychometric properties of standardized tests, and administration, scoring, and interpretation of selected instruments. The role of assessment in eligibility and the IEP process will also be discussed.
This course will provide an overview of autism spectrum disorder with an emphasis on understanding historical perspectives, definition, characteristics, related legislations, identification and placement alternatives, and intervention methods.
A study of normal development of language and delayed language acquisition resulting from environmental and organic causes.
This course is designed to explore techniques for including exceptional learners in the general education classroom. Areas of emphasis include collaborative consultation with appropriate persons in the school, home, and community and instruction in writing the transition IEP. An in-depth study of preparatory skills for vocational opportunities needed for the workforce is also an instructional focus along with an overview of social, leisure, and recreational opportunities for exceptional learners needed for inclusive settings and transition to independent living.
Selected topics in special education. The topics may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit when topics change.
Students conduct an in-depth project in special education under the direction of a faculty member and the Longwood Senior Thesis Committee. May be repeated as 499.
Source: Longwood University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 59
