Identifies the theories of language acquisition, normal language development, and language disorders. Examines language assessment strategies, select assessment and intervention strategies appropriate for integrated settings, and conducts two language samples.

This course provides students with theoretical and practical experiences related to the education and training of special needs students. Emphasis is placed on curriculum development, methods and materials, assessment, vocational programming and research.

Lecture, discussion, field experience. Purpose, problems, issues, strategies, and materials in teaching science at the middle and high school level. Required for licensure.

Lecture, discussion, field experience. Purpose, problems, issues, strategies, and materials in teaching mathematics at the middle and high school level. Required for licensure.

Introduction to uses of computer software for teaching mathematics. Development of experimental lesson plans for selected topics. Problem solving using programming language. Discussion of related issues in mathematics education. Follow-up via Independent Study

This course identifies the issues in early childhood assessment and the types of norm-referenced, and criterion-referenced assessment, developmental scales, formal and informal observation techniques, and team process issues.

Analysis of major issues central to understanding of the possibilities and problems of leadership in higher education.

Historical and legal landmarks in special education from a national and international perspective. Sociological, philosophical, and cultural perspectives addressed. A field component, introduction of the IEP, and the community special education approach.