EDU 574 - Introduction to Students with Mild/Moderate Educational Needs, 3 credit hours

Notes: Required of all Mild/Moderate Educational Needs candidates.

Prerequisite/Corequisite: May be taken concurrently with EDU 573

This course is a study of historical and current definitions, characteristics, and needs of students with mild/moderate educational needs, and how they change through their lifespan. Focus is on academic, behavioral, and social assessment and interventions based on current research and practices in various settings, including resource and inclusive, co-teaching models. Included will be exercises in reading Evaluation Team Reports and writing Individual Education Plans. A field experience is required.