SPED 336 Methods in LD and CI
This course will emphasize methods and techniques used in instruction for students with learning and/or cognitive disabilities. A review of current research and practices will be provided to provide a perspective of the field for special educators and classroom teachers. Major course topics will include developing goals, systematically designed instruction, adapting curriculum, task analysis, explicit instruction, feedback, generalizing instruction, independent practice, intensive instruction, assistive technology, and classroom design. Added emphasis will be provided on instruction for students with learning and/or cognitive disabilities in reading, mathematics and written language. A field experience of 10 hours will be included.