Faith Builders Training Institute | Evaluated Learning Experience
Exceptional Learners EDU320
45 hours (12 weeks).
September 2013 - Present.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: identify and define common terms in the field of special education; describe in detail the signs, symptoms and solutions for a particular learning difference; identify resources and teaching strategies for exceptional learners; initiate independent study and research on a particular learning difference; create an individualized educational plan appropriate to the needs of the exceptional learner in an Anabaptist school; develop compassion and vision for helping exceptional learners in a classroom setting; create a philosophy that seeks to understand God’s plan and work in the lives of exceptional learners; and develop discernment and critical thinking skills when faced with theories, symptoms, solutions, fads, gimmicks and medications for the exceptional learner.
Major topics include common terms in the field of special education; resources and teaching strategies for exceptional learners; individualized educational plans; and interaction with parents of exceptional learners. Methods of instruction include reading, video presentations, discussion, and research. Evaluation criteria include 11 short essays and a final presentation to the class.
In the lower division baccalaureate/associate degree category, 3 semester hours in Introduction to Special Education or Introduction to Exceptional Children (10/15) (10/20 revalidation).