2019-2020 Graduate Catalog

SPE 502 Meeting the Needs of Students with Autism & Behavioral Disorders

This course offers an overview of student characteristics, theory and teaching applications for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and behavior disorders. Major theories, etiological and diagnostic issues, classroom structure and environmental arrangements, research based instructional strategies, and family involvement will be discussed. Students will reflect on how these special needs impact their role as a teacher. Pre-requisite (3 credits)

Credits

3

Prerequisite

( SPE501 )