TPS 223 - Methods for Students with Disabilities

3 Contact Hours, 3 Credits
3 lecture periods 0 lab periods

Analysis and application of strategies, methods, and techniques for designing effective and appropriate instruction to promote mastery of learning and active participation for students with exceptional needs. Also includes the study of strategy instruction, data driven instruction, and essential elements of instruction.

Information: Teacher Education Program approval required before enrolling in this course.

Course Learning Outcomes

Apply effective learning strategies to provide appropriate instruction for students with exceptional needs
Identify effective strategies to enhance self‐regulation of student learning
Utilize assessment data to guide and plan instruction for students with exceptional needs
Plan appropriate educational experiences for students with exceptional needs
Integrate general education discipline content into instructional planning for individuals with exceptional needs

Outline:

Instructional Strategies
1. Student Engagement
2. Motivation
3. Direct, Explicit Instruction
4. Scaffolding instruction
5. Culturally Responsive Teaching & Learning (CRTL)
6. Flexible grouping
7. Co-Teaching
8. Instructional Supports
Accommodations
Modifications
Assistive Technology
Cognitive Strategy Instruction
1. Self-Monitoring & Self-Regulation
2. Metacognitive
3. Advanced Organizers
Planning Instruction
1. Academic Standards
2. Curricular Considerations
3. Learning Objectives
4. Teaching Input
5. Assessment
Content Area Instruction
1. Reading
2. Writing
3. Math
4. Social Studies
5. Science
6. Functional Academic
7. Critical Skills
8. Study Skills
9. Social Competence
10. Self-Determination