SPED 3090 Instructional Management

This course examines the multiple facets of managing instruction for children with disabilities in a variety of settings. The course focuses on the implementation of teaching strategies, classroom management procedures and organizational strategies which will enhance the academic and social outcomes for children with disabilities. Planning, writing and implementation of IEP programs will be addressed. Organizational and clerical issues related to the delivery of instruction will be addressed. Instructional techniques which support the identification and implementation of IEP objectives such as task analysis, prescriptive teaching, functional assessment and so on will be discussed. The course will also focus on curricular adaptations, instructional modifications and classroom arrangements that support the needs of children with disabilities in a variety of placements ranging from inclusive settings to self contained classrooms. Implementation of collaborative teaching techniques will be emphasized. A co-requisite practicum will be required.
Credits: 3.0