Psychology 239FD - Topics in Developmental and Educational Psychology: 'Foundations of Disability Services in Psychology and Education'

Disability Studies Psych & Ed

Spring
2025
01
4.00
Lindsay Demers

MW 01:45PM-03:00PM

Mount Holyoke College
127635
Reese 316
ldemers@mtholyoke.edu
127636,127635
This course provides an introduction to disability studies, focusing on its intersections with psychology and education. Students will explore key concepts, including the social and medical models of disability, the history of disability rights, and the role of societal attitudes in shaping experiences of disability. The course examines how psychological theories and educational practices influence the inclusion and support of individuals with disabilities, fostering a deeper understanding of disability as a complex and multifaceted experience.

Prereq: PSYCH-100 or AP Psychology.

Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.