This course introduces teacher candidates to the knowledge and skills needed to teach students who have severe and multiple disabilities in special classes, inclusive settings, or general education settings. Furthermore, this course examines effective teaching practices for whole class instruction, small group instruction, and explicit instruction, across grade levels. Adaptations and modifications of curriculum in a manner to meet the needs of students with severe and multiple disabilities is taught across grade levels. This course also explores the acquisition and application of core curriculum competencies as well as various evidence-based strategies necessary for the decision-making process for teaching students with diverse learning needs. This class introduces and reviews the qualifications and required assessments for students who are alternatively assessed across all grade levels. This course includes the implementation of assistive technology to support students with multiple and severe disabilities.
15 hours of practicum.
SED-531