SPED 4350 - Academic Instruction for Students with Severe Disabilities

3 cr. 3 hr. Offered every semester

This course addresses research-based curriculum design in the academic domain for students with severe disabilities. Candidates build on their knowledge of general curriculum and effective practices for curriculum development, planning, and assessment for this population of students. Accommodations addressing diverse learning styles, needs, interests, and level of readiness are integrated into the development of MCAS Alternative Portfolio Assessment. Lastly, candidates will utilize aspects of formal and informal assessments in designing and evaluating standards-based IEPs that address both the Massachusetts Frameworks and incorporate students’ individual life priorities. Required for Special Education: Severe Disabilities (all levels) majors.

Prerequisite(s): Successful Passage of Stage One Education Unit Review Corequisite: SPED 4000 Integrated Partial Practicum