SPED 4340 - Evidence-Based Instruction I: Focus on K-5 Foundations of Reading, Written Language, and Content Areas

This course will focus on theories and research that form the basis of curriculum development and instructional practices within the Common Core of English Language Arts, and Content Areas for K-5 learners including students with high incidence disabilities and those students academically at-risk. The course will emphasize application of ethical principles and practices in planning and delivering explicit differentiated instruction using universal design for learning (UDL) principles, evidence-based instructional strategies, collaborative strategies, assistive technology, and development of self-determination skills within the context of assigned professional learning communities that ensure access to general education curriculum for students with high incidence disabilities and those academically at risk. Program requires a grade of “CB” or better.

Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: Department approval and concurrent enrollment in SPED 4040 and SPED 4330.

Credits: 3 hours

Restrictions: Restricted to majors in Special Education: Learning Disabilities/Emotional Impairments.

When Offered: Spring