Course overview
To introduce students to the areas of student diversity and special education with a focus on student development.
Course learning outcomes
- understand the theory, research and issues related to the special needs, diversity, inclusion and wellbeing areas
- be familiar with particular types of special needs/student diversity and describe typical characteristics and needs of such students
- identify and assess the needs of special education/diverse students and apply inclusive programming and teaching practices
- analyse current inclusion strategies in practice based and service learning experiences and apply knowledge of special needs and inclusion theories and research
- identify the relationship and implications of classroom practice, working with families, support services and community groups
- develop an inquiry question to research and analyse in an area of special needs/student diversity contributing to the teacher-research nexus
- demonstrate awareness of relevant legislative, ethical and policy requirements regarding inclusive education and teaching children with special needs
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