EDU102 Introduction to Special Education

This course is designed to explore the nature and needs of special education students. Topics include: identification of various disabilities, importance of confidentiality, understanding the Individual Education Plan (IEP), inclusion, instructional modifications and adaptations for successful learning, and strategies for effective communication and team participation. 15 hours of field experiences are a requirement of this course. PLEASE NOTE: CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information), CHRI (Criminal Records Central Repository) and/or SORI (Sex Offender Record Information) checks are required prior to participation in this course. Individual school districts may require additional CORI/SORI, drug screening analysis and/or fingerprinting.