EDUC 232 - Introduction To Special Education

Surveys the historical, philosophical, and legal foundations of special education. Topics include characteristics of learners with special needs and the programs that serve them under various laws, especially the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Emphasizes identification of students with exceptionalities and appropriate accommodations and modifications useful for educational planning in both regular and special education settings. Thirty hours of field experience required. Students must have a favorable background check and clear drug screen during the first two weeks of class as it is required for placement in all Illinois schools. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 131 or concurrent enrollment and C or better in EDUC 231. (PCS 1.1, 3 credit hours - 3 hours lecture, 0 hours lab)