EDSE 4160 - Foundations of Special Education

1 unit(s)

Introductory course in the legal and historical foundations of special education.

Prerequisites: Admission to the Multiple Subject, Single Subject, or Education Specialist Credential Program.

Course Learning Outcomes List
It is expected that:

1. Students will identify major disability categories. (Standard 14a);

2. Students will learn the important differences between students with disabilities and students in general education. (Standard 14a);

3. Students will understand important elements of California and federal laws and procedures pertaining to the education of students with disabilities. (Standard 14b);

4. Students will learn about the general education teacher’s role and responsibilities in the Individual Education Program (IEP) process, including identification; referral; assessment; IEP planning and meeting; implementation; and evaluation. (Standard 14b);

5. Students will acquire a basic level of knowledge and skills in the assessment of students with disabilities in order to identify students for referral to special education programs. (Standard 14c);

6. Students will discuss issues of social integration for students with special needs who are included in the general education classroom. (Standard 14:t);

7. Students will be able recognize and minimize bias in the referral and assessment process. (Standard Sc);

8. Students will know when to make accommodations for students with special needs when administering standardized tests. (TPE 3);

9. Students will know their legal and professional obligations to protect the privacy of students. (TPE 12); and

10. Students understand state and federal law regarding the disciplining of students with disabilities. (TPE 12).

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