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  • SPEC 449: Assmnt Ind Eval Inst

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Develops skills and competencies related to culturally relevant educational assessments and instructional planning in compliance with the PA Moral Code of Ethics for Educators (MCEE). The course emphasizes the use of formal and informal assessments to identify the needs of individuals with exceptionalities and maximize instructional effectiveness. Teacher candidates will gain experience in administering assessment instruments, writing evaluation reports, developing individualized educational programs, and collaborating with professionals and families throughout the evaluation process.
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  • SPEC 488: Special Ed Practicum

    3.00 - 6.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Provides application of differentiated instruction, assessment, behavioral interventions, and culturally responsive techniques in school settings. This field experience includes the development of data-driven instruction and interventions with reflection on the impact of teaching practices. Students contribute to the school or surrounding community through engagement in a service activity or project. Additional content includes professionalism, collaboration with other professionals and families, and classroom management.
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  • SPEC 489: Stud Tch Prof Sem

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Provides a means of instruction and discourse where student teachers share their classroom experience, engage in professional development to meet competencies and student objectives, and to reflect upon their own growth in meeting the PDE Professional Domains as they become professional educators. Students engage in discussions to apply differentiation, culturally relevant and trauma informed tiered support, assessments, data-driven instruction, and solutions to current issues in today's inclusive classrooms. Corequisite:    SPEC 490
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  • SPEC 490: Dual St Teach I

    6.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Engages student teachers in a 7-8-week placement where they systematically assume the role of a certified teacher within a Special Education PK-12 or Early Childhood Education PK-4 setting. Student teachers apply knowledge and skills acquired in professional preparation while supported by a departmental supervisor. Student teachers must demonstrate competence in planning and preparation, classroom environment, instructional delivery, professional conduct, assessment, and knowledge of diverse learners, as outlined in the PDE Student Teaching Competencies. Corequisite:    SPEC 489
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  • SPEC 491: Dual Stu Teach II

    6.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Engages student teachers in a 7-8-week placement where they systematically assume the role of a certified teacher within a Special Education PK-12 or Early Childhood Education PK-4 setting. Student teachers apply knowledge and skills acquired in professional preparation while supported by a departmental supervisor. Student teachers must demonstrate competence in planning and preparation, classroom environment, instructional delivery, professional conduct, assessment, and knowledge of diverse learners, as outlined in the PDE Student Teaching Competencies. Corequisite:    SPEC 489
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  • SPEC 492: Special Ed St Teach

    12.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Engages student teachers in a 15-16-week experience (one or two placements) where they systematically assume the role of a certified teacher within a Special Education PK-12 setting. Student teachers apply knowledge and skills acquired in professional preparation while supported by a departmental supervisor. Student teachers must demonstrate competence in planning and preparation, classroom environment, instructional delivery, professional conduct, assessment, and knowledge of diverse learners, as outlined in the PDE Student Teaching Competencies. Corequisite:    SPEC 489
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  • SPEC 498: Internship SPEC

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Provides targeted, field-based experiences in evidence-based trauma informed practices to support services for students PK-12 across educational sites. This course requires completion of hours in supervised experiences. The internship provides an opportunity to gain culturally proficient, trauma-informed expertise that enhances outcomes for all students inclusive of those with disabilities as well as those that have experienced trauma. This course can be used as a field-based capstone for programs as per each specific program's requirements.
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  • SPEC 501: Char and Eti. of ASD

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Offers a comprehensive understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Students will develop and demonstrate an in-depth understanding of defining characteristics of and diagnostic criteria for various ASD and other associated disorders. Students will be introduced to definitions, etiologies, and behaviors of individuals diagnosed with ASD. The historical foundations, treatment, and service delivery models will be explored. An overview of school-based interventions and transitions will be discussed. Students will complete required field-based experiences.
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  • SPEC 502: ASD Collab Families

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Provides students with an advanced level of knowledge and skills to effectively collaborate with families, agencies, and communities to support the educational, social, functional, and transition needs of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Students will examine family systems and issues that impact family dynamics. Significant emphasis will be on identifying available community resources, designing individual programming, promoting collaborative efforts, leading cross-system planning efforts, and providing professional service leadership activities.
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  • SPEC 503: ASD Inst Intervent

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Offers a comprehensive understanding of instructional interventions and methods across grade levels for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Students will develop and demonstrate in-depth an understanding related to research driven, evidence-based instructional practices for academic, functional, and occupational skills, as well as communication and social skills instruction. Students will complete twenty-five hours of required field-based experiences.
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