3credit hour(s)(Prerequisites: Acceptance into the alternative licensure program)
Focuses on the meanings and concepts associated with learning disabilities and the divergent characteristics and needs of individuals with these disabilities and the implications of these in all learning areas including mathematics and science. Builds a thorough understanding of the different exceptionalities and the developmental stages of children to effectively design programs, placements and transitions. Special emphasis will be placed on identifying various service delivery models related to least restrictive environments. Requires a field experience as part of the course.