Undergraduate Course Descriptions
| SPED - Special Education | ||
| Catalog Nbr. | Course Title/Course Topics | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SPED 189 | Special Education Elective | 1.00 - 12.00 |
| Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course. | ||
| SPED 283 | The Exceptional Child | 3.00 |
| Introduction to special education. An overview of the various groupings of individuals with exceptionalities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act are examined, focusing on etiology, identification, incidence, prevalence, treatment, services available, and educational implications. Mental, physical, behavioral, and sensorial exceptionalities are discussed. National, state, and local laws and policies impacting individuals with exceptionalities are examined. Historical perspectives, legislative and litigative history, models, theories, and philosophies that provide the basis for special education practice are also examined, as well as current legislation, regulations, policies, litigation, and ethical issues related to the provision of educational services for students with disabilities. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Only | ||
| SPED 289 | Special Education Elective | 1.00 - 12.00 |
| Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course. | ||
| SPED 388 | Characteristics of Exceptionalities | 3.00 |
| In-depth study of the classification, etiology, incidence, and prevalence of persons with high incidence exceptionalities. Social, psychological, behavioral, adaptive, and learning characteristics will be examined. Contemporary issues in prevention, diagnosis, placement alternatives, education, transitions, and differentiation of instruction for learners with these exceptionalities are examined and discussed. Ten hours of supervised experience with individuals with these exceptionalities are required. | ||
Prerequisites: Completion of SPED 283 is prerequisite for this course. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Only | ||
| SPED 389 | Special Education Elective | 1.00 - 12.00 |
| Transfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course. | ||
| SPED 481 | Seminars in Special Education | 0.50 - 4.00 |
| Selected topics and issues in the area of special education. May be taken in several units provided a different topic or issue is studied each time. | ||
Typically Offered: Occasional by Demand | ||
| SPED 489 | Special Education Elective | 1.00 - 12.00 |
| Tranfer credits ONLY from another accredited institution not equivalent to a UW-Superior course. | ||
| SPED 493 | Inclusive Management Strategies | 3.00 |
| Study of behavior theories, inclusive strategies and programs, functional analysis of behavior, positive behavior interventions, strategies, and supports, RTI, and behavior intervention plans. Students learn how to apply concepts from behavior modification to inclusive settings. Students engage in a behavior-change project and learn how to use data to plan behavior intervention in inclusive settings. The course emphasizes the application of theory to the academic, social, emotional and behavioral development of school-age children, including those with exceptional educational needs. Attention also given to communication with parents, teachers, community members and other appropriate team members regarding behavior issues and plans. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Only | ||
| SPED 495 | Methods of Adaptive Instruction | 3.00 |
| Examines methods, strategies and materials for adapting curricula to meet the learning needs of students with mild to severe high incidence exceptional educational needs. Emphasizes knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary to evaluate students' academic and social needs, research and design appropriate curricula, make modifications and adaptations throughout and across curricula, differentiate curriculum and instruction, and use research-based teaching strategies. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for taking this course is completion of SPED 283 and SPED 388. | ||
Typically Offered: Fall Term Only | ||
| SPED 496 | Practicum in Special Education | 3.00 |
| 135 hours of supervised field experience in an inclusive setting working with students who have exceptional needs. Emphasis is on implementation of best practices. Pass-Fail. Enrollment in this course requires permission of Special Education Coordinator. | ||
Prerequisites: Prerequisite for enrolling in this course is completion of SPED 283 and consent of Special Education Program Coordinator. | ||
Typically Offered: Spring Term Only | ||