INED 7715 - Charateristics of Diverse Learners

3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the MAT or M.Ed. program in Inclusive Education or graduate inclusive education add-on program
This hybrid course examines the characteristics of exceptional learners by exploring the cognitive, psychological, sociological and medical aspects of high incidence disabilities as well as learners who are culturally and linguistically diverse. Current research-based best practices will be introduced within the context of how the brain learns. The course will explore the prevalence, identification procedures, causes, characteristics, educational/instructional considerations and assessment strategies relating to mild disabilities including autism.

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