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University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown
University of Pittsburgh Johnstown    
2016-2017 Johnstown Campus Catalog 
    
 
  Oct 12, 2024
 
2016-2017 Johnstown Campus Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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EDPSY 1021 - STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS


Minimum Credits: 3
Maximum Credits: 3
This provides an introduction to the field of special education for children and adolescents. It covers the history of special education and how the field has developed. Special needs that are covered include learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, speech and language disorders, sensory impairments, severe emotional disorders, neurological disorders, autism, physical disabilities, health impairments, traumatic brain injury, multiple disabilities, and giftedness. Topics include the characteristics of students with special needs, identification and assessment, making appropriate adaptations and accommodations, and other educational practices.
Academic Career: UGRD
Course Component: Lecture
Grade Component: Letter Grade


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