2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
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2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

CS 121 - Psychology of the Exceptional Child


An introduction and overview of the human development of persons with the full range of disabilities and special health care needs, also including the gifted, and the effect of those disabilities and needs on learning and behavior. Emphasis will consider skills in networking and collaborating with parents and multidisciplinary teams for services, and the necessity of following legislative procedures to access and maintain services. The course will address the utilization of assistive technologies that will maximize independence as well as concerns related to cultural diversity and inclusion. This course satisfies the core requirement for the Diversity Integrated Learning Area.

Field Visits. 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring