SPE 338: Reading/Writing Methods Read more about SPE 338: Reading/Writing Methods This course provides the students with the application of best practices in reading/writing instruction for students with special needs. The students will develop appropriate lesson planning strategies related to differentiated instruction, assessment, and pedagogy related to students with special needs. Students will complete 5 observation hours. Prerequisite: EDU 238 and official acceptance into Education Program.
SPE 340: Foundations of Autism Read more about SPE 340: Foundations of Autism This course will examine the characteristics and academic/social needs of students with autism. Functional Behavioral Assessments, Social Skills strategies and progress monitoring of academic/social behaviors will be covered. Current research and best practices related to working with students with Autism will be discussed. Prerequisite: SPE 216 or SPE 217.
SPE 329: Conferencing and Collaboration Read more about SPE 329: Conferencing and Collaboration This course will prepare students conference and collaborate with colleagues and parents. Students will also learn how to write Individualized Educational Plans (IEPs)/Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) for students with disabilities. Prerequisites: EDU 215 and SPE 216 or SPE 217.
SPE 217: Low Incidence Disabilities Read more about SPE 217: Low Incidence Disabilities Focuses on teaching students with low incidence disabilities: severe cognitive disabilities, low vision/blindness, physical/health disabilities and Traumatic Brain Injuries. Current research related to the academic/social issues related to teaching students with these disabilities will be examined. Prerequisite: EDU 215.
SPE 216: High Incidence Disabilities Read more about SPE 216: High Incidence Disabilities Focuses on teaching students with high incidence disabilities: Learning Disabilities, Emotional/Behavioral Disorders, and Mild Intellectual Disabilities. Current research related to the academic/social issues related to teaching students with these will be examined. Prerequisite: EDU 215.
Dual Certification in Early Childhood/Special Ed Approved for Wilson Education Program The Pennsylvania Department of Education has approved a new, early childhood (preK-4)/ special education (preK-8) major within Wilson’s education curriculum. The dual certification program will be available this fall, along with a new minor in special education. Read more about Dual Certification in Early Childhood/Special Ed Approved for Wilson Education Program
EDU 431-35: Secondary Student Teaching Practicum Read more about EDU 431-35: Secondary Student Teaching Practicum A 14-week clinical experience in local schools for students who pursue instructional certification for Early Childhood (PreK-4), or a specific discipline at the middle, secondary or PK-12 level. Student observes school calendar, not college calendar. Supplemented with the appropriate practicum seminar. Prerequisite: All professional coursework and permission of advisor.
EDU 332/522: Secondary Methods in Content Read more about EDU 332/522: Secondary Methods in Content This course prepares the certification candidate with the working knowledge required to become an effective teacher in the designated discipline. Examines the scope and sequence of the curricula. Provides developmentally appropriate instructional strategies, techniques for individualizing instruction and assessing achievement, classroom management skills and using media. Develops competencies in lesson and unit planning and instructional delivery. Informs about professional development opportunities relative to the various disciplines.
EDU/SPE 428 & 429: Intern Teaching Practicum Read more about EDU/SPE 428 & 429: Intern Teaching Practicum Intern Teaching Practicum I & II. A nine-month clinical experience for the post-baccalaureate certification candidates in the Teacher Intern Program who are employed in an accredited public or private school. EDU 429 is supplemented with EDU 430: Special Needs Seminar. Prerequisites: intern certification, adviser approval, EDU 428 (Practicum I).
EDU 436: PreK-4 Student Teaching Practicum Read more about EDU 436: PreK-4 Student Teaching Practicum A 14-week clinical experience in local schools for students who pursue instructional certification for Early Childhood (PreK-4), or a specific discipline at the middle, secondary or PK-12 level. Student observes school calendar, not college calendar. Supplemented with the appropriate practicum seminar. Prerequisite: All professional coursework and permission of advisor.
