ECED 355 - Diversity and Inclusion in EC Classrooms (B-Gr. 3)

2021-2022 Catalog Year

Credit(s): 3
Lecture: 3
Non-Lecture: 0
The focus of this course is on understanding young students with disabilities and the effect of the disability on growth, development, and the teaching/learning process. Emphasis will be placed on selecting/modifying appropriate teaching strategies that are congruent with the young child’s development and cultural environment for use in the preschool or early primary grades. Children with various types of disabilities or special needs will be examined including those who are gifted and talented, those with limited English proficiency, and those who are socioeconomically disadvantaged. Attention will be given to State Education Department regulations, various service delivery models, assistive technology and work with parents, administrators, and ancillary personnel.

Prerequisite(s): CURR 213, CURR 316, and ECED 352.
Offered: Once A Year