EDIS 3256 - Foundations of Intervention in Early Childhood

Credits: 2

Focus on children from 3-9 years of age with mild/moderate/severe disabilities, with the greatest attention on the latter two levels. Course will address the knowledge, skills and dispositions needed when working with this population–historical and philosophical basis; family services; factors & assessment of mental health and social-emotional development, functionally appropriate activities; assistive and augmentative technology; and alternative assessment and curriculum in each of the five developmental domains. Legal, ethical and policy issues associated with educational, developmental, and medical services for young children and their families; conducting successful home visits with families of children with moderate to severe disabilities. Prereq: Admission in Level 2 Teacher Ed. Course/Lab Fee $