ECE 2601 The Exceptional Child

3 Credit hours      45 Contact hours

Presents an overview of critical elements related to educating young children with disabilities or special needs in the early childhood setting. Topics include: typical and atypical development; legal requirements; research-based practices related to inclusion; teaming and collaboration; and accommodations and adaptations. This course examines how a disability or special need may impact a young child’s learning process. This course addresses children ages birth through 8 years.

Prerequisite

Successful completion of PSY 2441 or ECE 2381 (grade C or higher) and ENG 0092 (grade C or higher) or equivalent assessment scores.