MTE/512
Teaching the Exceptional Learner

Course level: EDU Graduate

Christine O.

BSA

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Format
Online
Course length
6 weeks
Cost per credit
$578
Total credits
3 credits
Resource fees
$205
Estimated course cost
$1,939
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This course provides an overview of the categories of exceptionality for school-aged learners with special needs. The teacher candidate will focus on expressive and receptive communication skills and recognizing individual learning patterns for the purpose of planning, instruction, and assessment when teaching varied student populations. Historical perspectives and information related to special education law and current policies and practices are examined.

Prerequisites

This graduate level course requires proof of completion of a Bachelor's degree. Be prepared to provide documentation during the checkout process..

Required materials

The materials required for this course are covered in your resource fees.

Earn these career-relevant skills in weeks, not years.

Differentiated Learning

Describe resources, services and personnel that are available to support students with exceptionalities

Individualized Education Programs (IEP)

Apply modification strategies identified in the IEP process to accommodate the needs of students with exceptionalities

Special Education Law

Explain legal requirements for special education and its influence in teaching students with exceptional learning needs