Courses

The listing of a course description here does not guarantee a course’s being offered in a particular semester. Please refer to the published schedule of classes on the Student Link for confirmation a class is actually being taught and for specific course meeting dates and times.

• SED SE 493: Practicum in Disabilities Studies
  Through fieldwork experience and accompanying seminar, students develop an understanding of human services agencies for individuals with disabilities, service delivery models, policies, roles and responsibilities, and collaboration. Var cr.
• SED SE 500: Directed Study
  For description, see SED AP 500. Prereq: Approval of advisor. Complete the online Directed study form. Wheelock Office of Records. Var cr.
• SED SE 502: Behavioral and Emotional Problems: Characteristics and Methods
  Introduces students to childhood emotional and behavioral disorders. Students will identify questions to ask if they believe a student may have an emotional/behavioral disorder, identify resources within the educational system and the broader mental health system, and discuss evidence-based interventions. 4 cr.
• SED SE 503: Learning Disabilities: Characteristics and Methods
  Students will develop and demonstrate their knowledge of the etiology of learning disabilities, learner characteristics, diagnostic models, and evidence-based instructional methods. Prereq: SE 250 or SE 706. 4 cr.
• SED SE 504: An Introduction to Early Childhood Disabilities
  Students acquire and demonstrate their knowledge of the etiology, history, service delivery models, and issues and trends related to young children with disabilities. Prereq: SE 250, SE 706, or permission. 2 cr.
• SED SE 505: An Introduction to Severe Disabilities
  Student acquire and demonstrate their understanding of the etiology of various severe disabilities, historical background, current service delivery models, and issues and trends in the education of individuals with severe disabilities. Prereq: SE 504 or permission. 2 cr.
• SED SE 507: Early Childhood Disabilities/Severe Disabilities: Assessment and Instructional Planning
  Designed to develop knowledge and skills related to goal-setting, instructional planning, implementation, and evaluation of students with early childhood and severe disabilities. Emphasis on collaboration and cross- cultural competence. Prereq: SE 504/505. 4 cr.
• SED SE 508: Early Childhood Disabilities/Sever Disabilities: Curriculum and Methods
  Designed to develop knowledge and skills to design curricular content and instructional methods for students with early childhood and severe disabilities. Includes evidence-based strategies in the following areas: communication, motor, sensory, self-care, social, academic, transition, assistive technology, and special health care needs. Prereq: SE 507. 4 cr.
• SED SE 510: Special Education: Curriculum and Instruction
  Designed to develop an understanding of the historical background and legal framework of special education, various disabilities (etiology, diagnostic criteria and process, and learner characteristics), and instructional practices and behavioral support strategies. For elementary and secondary content area teachers. 2 cr.
• SED SE 511: Topics in Special Education
  Designed to address a specific topic area related to individuals with disabilities. May address contemporary issues, instructional methodologies, research, or special interest areas. Topic varies each semester. Variable cr.
• SED SE 512: Special Education: Students with Disabilities and the Law
  Students will develop an understanding of the core concepts of United States public policy related to the provision of special education and related services to students with disabilities. Focus on historical context and legal precedent. Prereq: SE 250 or SE 706. 4cr.
• SED SE 515: Assessment in Special Education: Procedures
  Designed to develop knowledge and skills related to the assessment of students who are in or being referred to special education. Specific competencies include selecting instruments, administering, scoring, interpreting, and reporting findings. Prereq: SE 250 and LR 503. 2 cr.
• SED SE 531: Inclusion of Students with Severe Disabilities into General Education
  Students will demonstrate their understanding of inclusive education for students with severe disabilities. They will also learn about and describe individualized supports and evidence-based practices for teaching and delivering special education and related services to students with severe disabilities in general education settings. 2 cr.
• SED SE 533: The Families of Children with Special Needs
  Examines the nature of families and how families evolve with the presence of a child with a disability. Students will develop an understanding of family systems theory, specific strategies, and evidence-based approaches to collaborating with families of children with disabilities. 4 cr.
• SED SE 534: Classroom and Behavior Management
  Designed to develop an understanding of strategies for effective behavior management of students with/without disabilities. Positive behavioral intervention and supports (PBIS) will be used as the framework for school- wide, classroom, and individualized approaches to provide positive and pro- active supports. Prereq: SE 250 or SE 706. 2cr.
• SED SE 535: Understanding Autism
  Students will describe the defining characteristics, school experiences, and evidence- based practices for teaching and supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The course includes perspectives from individuals with ASD and their families. 2 cr.
• SED SE 536: Assessment and Instruction of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder
  Students will develop knowledge and skills in assessment and instruction of students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Assessment practices including screening, diagnosis, and school-based progress monitoring of students with ASD. Instructional practices emphasize research-based interventions and participation in general education. Prereq: SE 535. 4 cr.
• SED SE 537: Assistive Technology
  Learners will examine legislation related to assistive technologies; develop familiarity with AT for environmental control; address sensory and cognitive disabilities; and foster creativity, collaboration, and communication. Learners will also apply a theoretical framework to make assessment and intervention decisions.
• SED SE 580: Methods and Materials in Special Education: General
  Students will acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to design, implement and evaluate individualized educational program for students with mild/moderate disabilities, Prek-8. Prereq: Only open to matriculated students who have completed prerequisites. 4 cr.
• SED SE 584: Methods and Materials: Moderate Disabilities, 5-12
  Students will acquire the necessary knowledge and skill to design, implement, and evaluate individualized educational programs for students with moderate disabilities, grades 5-12, including transition planning and career readiness. Only open to matriculated students who have completed prerequisites. Prereq: SE 706. 4 cr.

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