EDU 515: Special Education: Current Trends and Issues

This course will provide the student an opportunity to gain an understanding of the legal and ethical requirements of complying with federal and state laws that govern the educational rights of students with disabilities. Students will also examine current educational rights of students with disabilities. Students will also examine current educational strategies and methodologies that are designed to provide students with disabilities an appropriate education. The role of school administration in assuring compliance with the law, implementing educational programs, and evaluating those programs will be emphasized. The course will also address the role of the Child Study Team in relation to the school and district as well as how to collaboratively supervise the team.