This graduate seminar examines theoretical, research, and practical issues related to the identification and support of students with learning disabilities. It assists students in understanding the origin of the concept of learning disabilities, evaluating the strengths and limitations of the learning disability label, identifying difficulties faced by students who have been labeled learning disabled, and evaluating intervention strategies designed to support students with learning disabilities. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.

Investigates selected concepts of developmental theory in terms of their influence upon teaching and learning. The course will explore development in a wide range of domains including: social, physical, emotional and cognitive development.

EPSE 403 focuses on recent research and best practices regarding the inclusion of individuals withintellectual/ developmental disabilities (I/DD) in educational communities. After reviewing the historyof services for persons with I/DD, evidence-based practices which support the fullest possibleinclusion of diverse learners will be explored, as well as strategies to address the needs of studentswith more complex learning and/or behavioral challenges.

This course is designed to provide teacher candidates with a broad overview of how children develop, learn and grow in diverse societies, in order to build safe, supportive, caring and respectful relationships and environments. Pass/Fail. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.

No course description available. This course is not eligible for Credit/D/Fail grading.