EDEX 469 - Education of Persons with Emotional/Behavioral Disorders, Learning Disabilities or Brain Injury

Class Hours: 3
Lab/Discussion: 0
Credits: 3

Description: Focuses on major theoretical positions regarding etiology of emotional/behavioral disorders, learning disabilities and brain injury; definition and identification of the populations; and educational approaches. Reviews research in the field, including current issues, trends, educational practices, and services. Uses a variety of instructional approaches (e.g., cooperative learning, simulations, role-playing) to facilitate acquisition of new knowledge and skills. Students are expected to develop presentations using internet resources and electronic format.