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ED 222 Psychology of the Exceptional Individual Spring 2010
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Gaining factual knowledge (terminology, classifications, methods, trends) Learning fundamental principles, generalizations, or theories Developing a clearer understanding of, and commitment to, personal values
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Learning to apply course material (to improve thinking, problem solving, and decisions) Developing specific skills, competencies, and points of view needed by professionals in the field most closely related to this course Acquiring skills in working with others as a team
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Disability is a natural part of the human experience and in NO WAY diminishes the right of individuals to participate in or contribute to society.
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Improving educational results in children with disabilities is an essential element of our national policy of insuring… 1. Equality of opportunity 2. Full participation 3. Independent living 4. Economic self sufficiency …for individuals with disabilities.
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Reciprocal relationships—everyone benefits from experiences assisting others.
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Originally PL 94-142, Education for All Handicapped Students Act, first enacted in 1975 Open schools to all students with disabilities and ensure benefit from special education Current focus—provide a free, appropriate public education to all students with disabilities
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IDEA now serves students from birth to 21 (historically 6 to 18) Three sections Part A: sets out intent of law Part B: serves students ages 3 to 21 Part C: serves students ages birth to 2
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6 million students, ages 6-21 369,596 infant and toddlers (2.2%) 670,750 pre-school children (5.8%) 2/3 boys and 1/3 girls Approx 1.8 to 18% of students in gifted (depending on states) Slightly more females than males in gifted programs NOTE: Pay close attention to Figure 1.2
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Eligibility is based on need Special education services are provided where the students are Classrooms Homes Hospitals and institutions Other settings
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Part B 12 disability categories under which students may be served Part C Need early intervention services because of developmental delays Have a diagnosed condition which will result in a delay States have the option to serve at risk children
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Specific Learning Disability Emotional Disturbance Mental Retardation Multiple Disabilities Deaf-blindness Autism Other Health Impairment Orthopedic impairment Traumatic Brain Injury Speech or language impairments Hearing impairments Visual impairments
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Specially designed instruction for those students who need specially designed instruction.
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Concepts Disability as a natural part of the human experience Who, what, why, where and how of sped services Terms 4 outcomes 5 th outcome IDEA (Part A, B, and C) PL 94-142 Education for All Handicapped Children Act Special Education (sped) 12 disability categories
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