CDEV 1132

Special Needs Lab

Credits: 1

Description: This course provides an overview of learning experiences for children with special needs in integrated child development settings. Learners integrate knowledge of developmental needs, developmentally appropriate environments, and effective teaching methods. Learners inter-relate experiences working with young children with special needs to a developing educational philosophy. Prerequisite(s): None Corequisite(s): CDEV1130

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Outline

This course should help you gain the following abilities and competencies.

Prerequisites

• CDEV 1102 Parent & Professional Relations
• CDEV 1116 Relations and Mgmt in Early Child Ed

Core Abilities

1. Demonstrate effective communication/interaction skills.
2. Demonstrate thinking/active learning skills.
3. Demonstrate career/computation skills.
4. Demonstrate global/environmental perspective.
5. Demonstrate self-development skills.

Competencies

1. Assess learning environment
2. Assess individual child's growth and development
3. Implement DCAP learning experiences
4. Display professional and ethical conduct
5. Create artifact for efolio

Guidelines for Success

ADA

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, learners are encouraged to register with the Learning Services Director in the Learning Enrichment Center for assistance with accommodations. It is the learner's responsibility to voluntarily and confidentially disclose information regarding the nature and extent of a disability. The college cannot assume responsibility for providing accommodations or services to learners who have not identified themselves as having a qualifying disability.