• SPED 5016: Technology and Collaboration for Teaching Exceptional Learners

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  This course explores existing technology (IT and AT), technology legislation, resources to fund technology in classrooms, methods for evaluating AT needs of individuals with disabilities, and strategies for collaborating with families and service providers to assess, select, and implement technology. Prerequisite(s): Teacher Education and Special Education program admission Repeatable for credit: No Grade Mode: Standard
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• SPED 5017: Transition Planning and Collaboration for Exceptional Learners

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  This course provides information to develop and implement transition plans, including transition legislation and procedures, and strategies for working with students, families, related service providers, and other professionals. Prerequisite(s): Teacher Education and Special Education program admission Repeatable for credit: No Grade Mode: Standard
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• SPED 5018: Eligibility Assessment

  1.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  This course provides a working knowledge for current and prospective special education teachers to utilize and interpret basic assessment tools for eligibility under IDEA. Prerequisite(s): Teacher Education and Special Education program admission Repeatable for credit: No Grade Mode: Pass/Fail only
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• SPED 5030: Assessment in Special Education

  2.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  This course provides tools necessary to understand, administer, and interpret formal/informal assessments. It covers evaluation and assessment processes in special education, multidisciplinary teaming, assessments of achievement, intelligence, and behavior, and modifications and accommodations of informal and formal assessments. Prerequisite(s): Teacher Education and Special Education program admission Repeatable for credit: No Grade Mode: Standard
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• SPED 5040: Foundations of Effective Instructional Practices

  4.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  This course provides prospective special education teachers with fundamental principles of evidence-based instructional practices. The course will cover instructional standards as well as assessment, goals and objectives, explicit & systematic instruction, and progress monitoring of the standards. Prerequisite(s): Teacher Education and Special Education program admission Repeatable for credit: No Grade Mode: Standard
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• SPED 5050: Applied Behavioral Analysis 2: Applications

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  This course expands student knowledge of basic applied behavior analysis principles. Students develop skills for remediating behavior problems using functional behavioral assessment. Prerequisite(s): Teacher Education and Special Education program admission Repeatable for credit: No Grade Mode: Standard
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• SPED 5070: Policies, Procedures, and Collaboration in Special Education

  3.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  This course provides an understanding of federal and state laws for persons with disabilities, procedures for organizing a special education classroom, and strategies for communicating and collaborating with parents and teachers as members of a multidisciplinary team. Prerequisite(s): Teacher Education and Special Education program admission Repeatable for credit: No Grade Mode: Standard
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• SPED 5080: Transition-Focused Education and Collaboration

  2.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  This course covers roles of parents, paraeducators, administrators, professionals, and students on multi-disciplinary teams; building inclusive programs; the array of services available to children with disabilities, as they transition to adult life; and skills in effective communication. Prerequisite(s): Teacher Education and Special Education program admission Repeatable for credit: No Grade Mode: Standard
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• SPED 5105: Introduction to Visual Impairments

  1.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  Students are introduced to the field of visual impairments including impact on development, basic eye anatomy, educational implications of eye disorders, and educational programming for blind or visually impaired students. Registration Restriction Special Approval: Instructor permission Repeatable for credit: No Grade Mode: Standard
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• SPED 5110: Social and Psychological Implications of Visual Impairments

  2.00 Credits

  Utah State University

  
  This course explores attitudes and beliefs related to visual impairment and blindness, emphasizing the impact of vision loss on the psychosocial functioning of individuals and their families. Students study self-concept, self-esteem, and strategies to enhance these areas in visually impaired children. Prerequisite(s): SPED 5010, SPED 5070, SPED 5105, SPED 5140, SPED 5170, and SPED 5180 ; with a grade of B- or higher; Teacher Education and Special Education program admission Repeatable for credit: No Grade Mode: Standard
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