SPE - Special Education
This course examines current issues in early childhood special education aligned with developmentally appropriate practices, working with families and professionals. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Theory and practice of the instruction of students who have disabilities in general education settings. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite: Junior standing or graduate status.
Credits
3(3-0)
Students will study and practice the integration of technology in classroom instruction and management, with emphasis upon software evaluation and lesson design. This course is approved for offering in a distance learning format. Prerequisite:
EDU 290 or graduate status.
Credits
3(2-3)
Causes, diagnostic procedures, and research concerning individuals with cognitive impairment from historical, current, and potential future perspectives. Grade of C+ or better required to count toward degree. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
SPE 126 with a grade of C or better;
SPE 322 and 323 with grades of C+ or better; Admission to Teacher Education. Graduate students may be admitted with permission of instructor.
Credits
3(3-0)
Special techniques and materials used in the instruction of students identified with cognitive impairment. Grade of C+ or better required to count toward degree. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
SPE 126 with a grade of C or better;
SPE 322 and 323 with grades of C+ or better; Admission to Teacher Education. Graduate students may be admitted with permission of instructor.
Credits
3(3-0)
This course involves the practical application of pedagogical knowledge for teaching students with cognitive impairment. Students must receive a C+ or better in this course. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
SPE 126 with a C or better;
SPE 322, 323, 324, 519, 521 all with a C+ or better; Admission to Teacher Education. Co- Requisite:
SPE 458.
Credits
3(3-0)
This course reviews characteristics and etiology of individuals with autism spectrum disorders. This course may be offered in an online format. Identical to
PSY 575. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses. Prerequisites: Junior standing or graduate status.
Credits
3(3-0)
Cross Listed Courses
PSY 575
Presentation of special techniques and materials used in best practice instruction of students with autism spectrum disorders. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
SPE 530; senior standing or graduate status.
Credits
3(3-0)
Applied behavior analysis (ABA) as it relates to learners with autism spectrum disorders in inclusive settings. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite:
SPE 530; senior standing or graduate status.
Credits
3(3-0)
Presentation of special techniques and materials used in promoting independence through functional living skills and transition for students with autism spectrum disorders. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite:
SPE 530; senior standing or graduate status.
Credits
3(3-0)
Practice and application of knowledge and strategies for teaching students with autism under faculty supervision. Application to register for this course must be filed during the semester prior to registration for approval. Prerequisites:
SPE 530,
SPE 531,
PSY 586,
PSY 682, CDO 550, and graduate status.
Credits
3(Spec)
Study of trends, alternative approaches, and innovative curricula in programming for the exceptional student. This course is a variable credit topical workshop. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite: Junior standing or graduate status.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
Survey of sociocultural influences on the performance of students from varying backgrounds, and educational provisions made for them in public schools including an anti-bias framework. This course may be offered in an online format. Writing Intensive. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing or graduate status.
Credits
3(3-0)
This course involves the practical application of pedagogical knowledge related to developmentally appropriate educational programming in Birth- Kindergarten settings. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
SPE 585; Admission to Teacher Education. Pre/Co- requisite:
SPE 500.
Credits
6(Spec)
This course involves the practical application of pedagogical knowledge related to developmentally appropriate educational programming in Birth- Kindergarten settings. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
SPE 585; Admission to Teacher Education. Pre/Co- requisite:
SPE 500.
Credits
6(Spec)
Lifespan issues for persons with disabilities, stressing curriculum content and instructional strategies that promote interdisciplinary career development and transition education at all age levels. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
SPE 126 with a C or better; Junior standing or graduate status.
Credits
3(3-0)
Systematic introduction to characteristics of specific learning disability (SLD) including eligibility determination and evidence-based instructional approaches for teaching students with SLD. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite: Junior standing or graduate status.
Credits
3(3-0)
Diagnostic procedures, therapy, and research concerning children and youth with emotional impairment. Grade of C+ or better required to count toward degree. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
SPE 126 with a grade of C or better;
SPE 322 and 323 with grades of C+ or better; Admission to Teacher Education.
Credits
3(3-0)
Intervention approaches to design positive classroom environments. Includes identification of behavioral/affective issues, social skills instruction, and proactive classroom management approaches. Grade of C+ or better required. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
SPE 126 with a grade of C or better;
SPE 322, 323 with grades of C+ or better; Admission to Teacher Education. Graduate students may be admitted with permission of instructor.
Credits
3(3-0)
This course involves the practical application of pedagogical knowledge for teaching students with emotional impairment. Students must receive a C+ or better in this course. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
SPE 126 with a C or better;
SPE 322, 323, 324, 578, 579 all with a C+ or better; Admission to Teacher Education. Co- Requisite:
SPE 456.
Credits
3(3-0)
This course examines current issues in early childhood special education aligned with developmentally-appropriate practices, working with families and professionals. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
HDF 100; or junior standing; or graduate standing.
Credits
3(3-0)
Concentrated study of current special education problems with particular attention to program implementation and development resulting from recent legislation and research. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite: Admission to a master’s program in special education.
Credits
3(3-0)
A non-credit course intended for students who have completed all program credits but still need to use university resources to complete their degree requirements.
Credits
1(1-0)
This course presents evidence-based strategies for preparing future special educators for teaching students with mild cognitive impairment. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite:
SPE 660.
Credits
3(3-0)
This course prepares future special educators to effectively develop and administer assessments to evaluate behavioral progress and social skill development for students with cognitive impairment. This course may be offered in an online format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Study of the organization and administration of special education programs. This course may be offered in an online format. Identical to
EDL 675. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses.
Credits
3(3-0)
Cross Listed Courses
EDL 675
This course presents evidence-based strategies for preparing future special educators for teaching students with moderate/profound cognitive impairment. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite:
SPE 660.
Credits
3(3-0)
Study of trends, alternative approaches, and innovative curriculum in planning for individuals with disabilities. Specifically for in-service training. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
Credits
1-6(Spec)
This course involves evidence-based strategies for promoting self- determination, self-regulation, and self-advocacy skills in students with specific learning disabilities. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite:
SPE 577.
Credits
3(3-0)
Introduction to characteristics of students with disabilities. This course addresses issues relevant to special education practices. This course may be offered in an online format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Developing, facilitating, and implementing effective Individualized Education Programs for students with disabilities. This course may be offered in an online format.
Credits
3(3-0)
Survey of sociocultural influences on culturally and linguistically diverse students with disabilities. Introduces and reinforces culturally responsive and collaborative practices that promote equity in education. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite:
SPE 660.
Credits
3(3-0)
Pedagogical methods and evidence-based approaches for effectively teaching students with disabilities across instructional settings. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
SPE 660.
Credits
3(3-0)
Individual research or project dealing with a problem in special education. Prerequisite: Approval of department chairperson.
Credits
1-3(Spec)
This course presents evidence-based strategies for transitioning students with cognitive impairments from school to adulthood. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite:
SPE 660.
Credits
3(3-0)
Methods and materials used in teaching students with specific learning disabilities. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisite:
SPE 577.
Credits
3(3-0)
Examining the relationship between student behaviors and curriculum in the education of individuals with mild disabilities, focusing on the techniques and practices of various interventions. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
SPE 600, 695; admission to MA in Special Education program.
Credits
3(3-0)
Provide students the opportunity to develop and demonstrate competencies required for working with students with autism spectrum disorder or cognitive impairment or emotional impairment or specific learning disabilities. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: Autism Spectrum Disorder: CDO 550;
SPE 530, 531, 532, 533. Cognitive Impairment:
SPE 519, 521, 522. Emotional Impairment:
SPE 578, 579, 581. Specific Learning Disabilities:
SPE 577, 650, 675, 690. Application to register for this course must be filed during the semester prior to registration for approval.
Credits
6(Spec)
Methods and materials used in teaching mathematics to students with specific learning disabilities. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
SPE 577, 675.
Credits
3(3-0)
Presentation and application of designs and procedures pertinent to conducting research in special education. Includes writing a research proposal and manuscript, implementing mini-research project. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: Regular or conditional admission to the M.A. in Special Education;
SPE 600, permission of instructor.
Credits
3(3-0)
Analysis and application of the skills, competencies, responsibilities, priorities, and evaluative processes appropriate in special education. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
SPE 600, 695, 679, 785.
Credits
3(3-0)
Selection, evaluation, administration, and interpretation of assessments used in special education for data-based program improvement. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
SPE 600, 695, 679.
Credits
3(3-0)
Capstone seminar to synthesize master’s coursework. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites:
SPE 600, 679, 695, 750, 785.
Credits
3(3-0)
Design of a thesis as the final project for the Master of Arts in Special Education degree. CR/NC only. This course may be offered in an online format. Prerequisites: Admission to Master of Arts in Special Education program;
SPE 600,
SPE 695,
SPE 679,
SPE 785,
SPE 750; Approval of Committee Chairperson.
Credits
1-6(Spec)