Course

Course Summary

Credit Type:

Course

ACE ID:

ICS-0261

Organization's ID:

ECE 203

Organization:

Penn Foster College

Location:

Classroom-based

Length:

Self-paced (52 weeks)

Dates Offered:

Credit Recommendation & Competencies

Level	Credits (SH)	Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate	3	Early Childhood Education

Description

Objective:

The course objective is to give the student a broad overview of special education, including research and laws that authorize and fund early education and preschool special education programs. Content also includes the design of buildings, rooms, and outdoor facilities to accommodate children with special needs, as well as the use of technology to enhance the special education environment.

Learning Outcomes:

Identify elements of best practices in inclusive programs for children with a variety of disabilities
Design an inclusive program for a preschool child with disabilities
Recognize typical and atypical development for young children
Utilize effective strategies for working with a multidisciplinary team
Identify federal laws that affect programming for students with disabilities.