Description
This orientation course surveys several early childhood and elementary school topics: The identification and characteristics of exceptional children; challenges posed by having exceptional children in the mainstream classrooms; educational responsibilities teachers according to PL 94-142 (as amended) and other applicable legal regulations and ethical guidelines; problem-solving skills of teachers as evidenced by IEP development; observation skills; and balanced creative and critical problem-solving approaches. Developmentally appropriate methods and teaching materials will be covered, as well as the need for a variety of strategies that aid in the children's physical, social, emotional, aesthetic, and cognitive development. The course content wil emphasize cultural diversity, especially that of the Mandan, Hidatsa and Arikara, as well as the requirements of all special needs children.