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  • SPEC 541: Incl Practices 7-12

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Prepares teacher candidates to meet the diverse needs of students in secondary instructional settings. The content includes culturally relevant and trauma-informed management strategies, research-based methods of instruction, differentiation, interventions, and service structures facilitating transition from school to adult living for individuals with exceptionalities. The course discusses inclusionary issues, collaborative roles of educational professionals, and paraprofessional management within secondary educational settings. Students will analyze individual vocational assessments, functional curricula, and vocational competencies for individuals with exceptionalities.
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  • SPEC 545: Sup Std Comp Inst Nd

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Offers a broad spectrum of PK-12 instructional methodologies across academic, functional, and social skills considering individualization and promoting independence for individuals with moderate to severe exceptionalities. This course includes culturally relevant and trauma-informed practices to support learners with complex instructional needs. Course content includes models, theories, high-leverage practices, and evidence-based strategies. Course embedded field experience focuses on selection, planning, and implementing individualized assessments and data-driven instruction.
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  • SPEC 549: 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 565: Research in Special Education

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Prepares students to investigate statistical and behavioral research in the field of special education. The course includes the study of statistical terminology, alignment of research questions, the basic steps of hypothesis testing, analysis and comparison of research designs, and the analysis of the utility of research. This course supports graduate students in the investigation of a topic that informs the practice of special educators.
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  • SPEC 571: Admin Superv Spec Ed

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Examine the functions and responsibilities of a Special Education Administrator. Functions include areas of leadership, guidance, control, direction, and management of special education programs and services within educational organizations. Administrative theory and its application to current issues within the domain of special education provide a framework for this course. Key programming areas of curricular content knowledge, collaboration, research and inquiry, professional and ethical practice, and leadership and policy will be addressed.
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  • SPEC 572: Special Ed Law

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Presents an overview of the legal foundation as well as the current cases that guide implementation of special education programs and services. The practical application of current core knowledge relating to special education legal requirements and strategies for organizational compliance will be addressed. The course explores legal trends and their application to the design of school-based system focusing on the intent of the law.
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  • SPEC 573: Curr Des Incl Educ

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Presents an overview of curricular programs and design with an emphasis on standards-based models used in providing access to the general education curriculum for all students. Examines a unified system of education from a structural perspective and the analysis of inclusive education practices based on effective school models, collaborative processes, and strategies for making school-wide organizational changes and addressing corrective actions. Explores the role of special education supervisor as a district leader and change agent.
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  • SPEC 575: Issues in Speced

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Provides graduate students with a forum to review and analyze current trends and issues (social, medical, educational, professional) that pertain to the education and personal development of all learners. This course will help graduate students to understand multiple perspectives on issues in special education and to critically analyze the research in this field to provide convergence in addressing policies and practices.
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  • SPEC 579: Grad Pract Capstone

    3.00 Credits
    Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

    Provides graduate students with the opportunity to apply special education knowledge, skills and dispositions in educational settings for their program capstone. During this practicum, students focus on the application of effective high-leveraged CRSE and trauma informed practices. Students spend a minimum of 120 hours in an educational setting and meet regularly with their university supervisor to reflect upon their experiences, dispositions, ethical practices related to working with students with disabilities in the field.
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  • SPEC 588: Special Educ Pract

    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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