CRI 717 - Advanced Studies in Teaching Special Populations

Credits: 2
As part of the induction program, all new teachers are expected to build on the knowledge, skills and abilities acquired during their preliminary preparation program. In this advanced course, candidates extend their knowldege, further develop their skills and expand their repertoire of strategies to insure that all students learn successfully. Candidates learn to monitor the educational process and advocate for each student, as required by the statutory requirements from IDEA and the state regulation guidelines. The candidates learn new instructional strategies for both special needs populations and the gifted and talented populations. These strategies are designed to enhance and expand the students' academic and social performance. The candidate establishes cooperative and collaborative relationships with the related family, school and community members to ensure a successful learning environment for all students.
May not be audited.