This course introduces MAT students to each of the fourteen disability categories and discusses the needs of children who are gifted and talented. MAT students will attend sessions on campus as well as visit centers and/or agencies serving students with high- and low-incidence disabilities to develop a solid understanding of learning characteristics and the most current teaching techniques for each disability category. The course will also address ecological factors that influence children with exceptional learning needs in and out of the classroom and focus on family partnerships. Class sessions will provide opportunities for classroom observations and dialog with program staff as well as instruction by and discussions with University faculty. Guest lecturers will provide opportunities to deepen understandings of persons with disabilities from various perspectives.
- Teacher: Nancy Vitalone-Raccaro