Courses
- Undergraduate Coursework
- Upper Division Courses: 500-596
- Graduate Courses: 605-980
- Petition for Substitution/Waiver For petitioning use of prior coursework or experience in lieu of required classes.
UNDERGRADUATE COURSEWORK
General Studies 420, Disability and Society, an upper division course open to all majors
Specialization within Liberal Studies: Coursework in Special Education (13 units):
SPED 500 (Human Exceptionality)
SPED 501 (Typical & Atypical Learning Processes)
SPED 502 (Field Experiences in General and Special Education) - 1 unit
SPED 527 (SPED in a Pluralistic Society)
And ONE of the following:
SPED 524 (Char. & Ed. M/M) or
SPED 525 (Char. & Ed. M/S), or
SPED 528 Young child. w/Dis. & Fam. ECSE)
UPPER DIVISION COURSES
500. Human Exceptionality (3) I, II, S
Historical, philosophical, and legal aspects of special education
that affect identification and programming for diverse learners
with exceptionalities. Characteristics of individuals with
special needs and implications for adapting living and learning
environments. Meets special education mainstreaming requirement
for all basic teaching credentials.
501. Typical and Atypical Learning Processes (3)
Prerequisites: Credit or concurrent registration in Special
Education 500; concurrent registration in Special Education
502.Theory, research, and processes in learning in relation to
individuals with disabilities. Foundations of learning, development,
and intervention.
502. Field Experiences in General and Special Education (1)
Three hours of observation/ participation per week.
Prerequisites: Concurrent registration in Special Education 501.
Observation and participation in general and special education
classrooms and related school activities for students with disabilities
505. Educational Services for Students with Serious Emotional Disturbance (1)
Prerequisites: Admission to credential program.
Educational needs and services for students with serious emotional
disturbance. Classroom interventions and procedures.
508. Characteristics and Identification of Students Who
are Gifted and Talented (3)
Historical and theoretical foundations, alternative and critical
perspectives, characteristics and needs, identification models for
a diverse society.
510. Adapting Communication Systems for Students
with Severe Disabilities (1)
Prerequisites: Admission to credential program.
Adaptations of communications and communication systems
for students with disabilities. Educational strategies that special
education teachers can use to augment classroom communications.
Alternative approaches to communication for students
with moderate/severe disabilities.
524. Characteristics and Education of Students with
Mild/Moderate Disabilities (3) I
Prerequisite: Special Education 500.
Historical and philosophical perspectives of programs related
to students with mild/moderate disabilities. Research on educational
programs, curricular approaches, and characteristics.
525. Characteristics and Education of Students with
Moderate/Severe Disabilities (3) I
Prerequisite: Special Education 500.
Historical and philosophical perspectives of programs related
to students with moderate/severe disabilities. Research on educational
programs, curricular approaches, and characteristics
with emphasis on services in context of school reform.
526. Characteristics and Education of Students with
Physical, Health, and Sensory Impairments (3)
Prerequisite: Special Education 500.
Historical and philosophical perspectives, characteristics,
needs, and supports for individuals with physical, health, and
sensory impairments in educational, home, and community settings.
Implications of health concerns for programming.
527. Special Education in a Pluralistic Society (3)
Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent registration in Special Education
500.
Historical and philosophical perspectives of cultural pluralism
in special education and programs related to diverse students
with disabilities. Research on curricular approaches and instructional
needs. Sociocultural aspects related to disability, race, ethnicity,
gender, and language.
528. Young Children with Disabilities and Their Families (3)
Prerequisite: Special Education 500.
Characteristics, needs, and educational programs and services
for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with disabilities and
their families. Legislative requirements, models of service delivery,
recommended practices, and family diversity.
Special Education 176
529. Characteristics and Education of Students with
Serious Emotional Disturbances (3) I
Prerequisites: Special Education 500 and 501.
Historical and philosophical perspectives of programs for students
with emotional disturbances and behavior disorders,
including review of research on student characteristics, educational
programs, and curricular approaches.
532. Service Coordination for Infants and Toddlers
with Disabilities (2)
Prerequisite: Special Education 528.
Skills and strategies for educators who coordinate services for
young children with disabilities and their families. Children with
low incidence disabilities and coordination with their primary service
providers.
534. Classroom Assessment of Students with Mild/
Moderate Disabilities (3)
Prerequisite: Admission to credential program.
Classroom assessment in general and special education for
students with mild/moderate disabilities. Curriculum-based data
collection strategies. Influences of cultural and linguistic diversity,
and implications for curricular and instructional adaptations.
535. Social Networks and Supports for Individuals with
Moderate/Severe Disabilities (1)
Prerequisite: Special Education 525 and a minimum of nine
units in a credential program.
Developing and maintaining social support networks in the
classroom and community for individuals with moderate/severe
disabilities. Theoretical, conceptual, and empirical bases for
implementation models.
553. Behavioral Strategies and Supports for Students with Disabilities (3)
Prerequisites: Special Education 500 and 501.
Positive behavioral supports for students with disabilities in
general and special education settings. Current theories and programs
in functional assessment and behavioral change. Applications
in educational and community environments with diverse
students.
560. Applications of Technology for Individuals with Disabilities (3) I, II
Prerequisite: Special Education 500.
Educational applications of current technologies for learners
with disabilities. Selection, modification, and classroom use of
technologies to improve or bypass physical, sensory, communicative,
learning, and social limitations.
570. Individualized Special Education Program Plans (1)
Prerequisite: Concurrent registration in Special Education 980.
Components of individualized education program plans, individualized
family service plans, and individualized transition
plans. Goals, objectives, and outcomes for program planning.
Legal and ethical considerations.
596. Selected Topics in Special Education (1-4) I, II, S
Specialized study of selected topics in special education. May
be offered as either a workshop or lecture/discussion. See Class
Schedule for specific content. Maximum credit of six units of 596
applicable to a master's degree. Maximum combined credit of six
units of 596 and 696 applicable to a 30-unit master's degree.
GRADUATE COURSES
605. Advanced Behavioral and Health Supports (1)
Prerequisite: Admission to Level II credential or M.A. program
in special education or related area.
Advanced approaches to dealing with behavioral crises and
health issues in classroom, to include working with mental health
specialists and school nurses.
634. Assessment: Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities (2)
Prerequisites: Special Education 524 and 534.
Assessment for instructional decision making including alternative
data collection strategies, models for analysis and synthesis
of assessment information, influences of cultural and linguistic
diversity, and implications for instruction.
635. Assessment: Early Childhood Special Education
and Moderate/Severe Disabilities (3)
Prerequisite: Admission to credential program.
Models of assessment emphasizing observation and interviewing,
performance-based approaches, transdisciplinary teaming,
family-professional collaboration, and adaptations for
specific disabilities, cultural, and linguistic diversity. Communicating
and using assessment data for individualized program planning.
643. Educational Programs and Services for Young
Children with Disabilities (3)
Prerequisite: Admission to credential program and concurrent
registration in approved fieldwork.
Developing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs
and services for young children with disabilities. Selecting
and adapting curriculum and instructional approaches, collaborating
with families from diverse cultural/linguistic backgrounds,
and monitoring program effectiveness. Both Special Education
643A and 643B required. Maximum credit six units.
A. Preschoolers
B. Infants/Toddlers
644. Working with Gifted and Talented Students and
Their Families (3)
Research-based instructional strategies to promote higher
level and creative thinking; counseling approaches; services to
families; issues in differentiating learning experiences.
645. Issues in Curriculum and Instruction for Students
with Severe Handicaps (3)
Prerequisite: Special Education 525.
Design and implementation issues of instructional programs
for students with severe handicaps; approaches which foster
school and community integration and active family involvement
will be analyzed.
646. Educational Adaptation for Ethnolinguistically Diverse Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities (3)
Prerequisites: Special Education 527 and 634.
Data-based approaches to developing and selecting programs
and establishing procedures for monitoring and evaluating
progress of students with mild/moderate disabilities from diverse
backgrounds.
Special Education177
647. Special Education Adaptations of Basic Skills Instruction (3)
Prerequisites: Admission to credential program and concurrent
registration in Special Education 970.
Adaptations in curriculum and instruction in language development,
reading, language arts, and mathematics for students
with disabilities. Current research and practices related to linguistic,
cultural, and ability differences.
648. Advanced Special Education Adaptations (3)
Prerequisites: Special Education 647 and concurrent registration
in Special Education 980.
Advanced adaptations in curriculum and instruction in content
areas, study skills, organizational strategies, and social and
transition skills. English-as-a-second language approaches for
students with disabilities. Research and practices related to linguistic,
cultural, and ability differences.
649. Curriculum Models for Students Who Are Gifted and Talented (3)
Prerequisite: Credit or concurrent registration in Special Education
644.
Theory, research, and practice in curriculum design and program
implementation for developing high potential.
650. Special Topics in Special Education (1-4)
Prerequisites: Special Education 500, 501.
Instructional sequences (mini-courses) focusing on a single
topic or competency dealing with special education. Topics differ
each semester to adjust to current literature in the field, training
needs, and resource availability. Maximum combined credit of
nine units for Special Education 650A, 650B, 650C, 650D
applicable to a master's degree. Offered in four categories:
A. Consultant Skills/
C. Specialized Assessment Multidisciplinary Teams Techniques
B. Affective and Social
D. Instructional Programming Development
651. Legislation, Leadership, and Management for Special Education Services (3)
Prerequisite: Admission to Level II credential or M.A. program
in special education or related area.
Implementation of laws, regulations, and compliance requirements
in special education. Leadership approaches for managing
school related services within a multidisciplinary context.
652. Parent Education and Staff Development in Special Education (3)
Prerequisites: Special Education 500 and 501, and 15 additional
units of coursework in special education.
Issues relating to and development of skills for working with
parents and school staff to develop skills and competencies
needed to optimize the educational progress of students with
handicaps.
653. Advanced Instruction, Collaboration, and Consultation in Special Education (3)
Prerequisites: Admission to Level II credential or M.A. program
in special education or related area.
Advanced instruction, collaboration, consultation skills, and
strategies for working with students, teachers, paraprofessionals,
school personnel, other service providers, parents, and representatives
from the community.
654. Adapting Curriculum for Community Involvement and Skill Generalization (3)
Prerequisite: Admission to Level II credential or M.A. program.
Designing and adapting curriculum to promote generalization
of skills of individuals with moderate/severe disabilities for
involvement across settings with a focus on community activities
and organizations.
655. Leadership and Management in Early Childhood Special Education (3)
Prerequisite: Admission to Level II credential or M.A. program.
Program development and leadership in early childhood education
with emphasis on recommended practices, legal and legislative
issues, staff and parent development, funding, policy, and
program evaluation.
658. Gifted Students from Diverse Backgrounds (3)
Designing programs that consider culture, ethnicity, economic
background, language, gender, disability, sexual orientation,
and underachievement.
662. Communication and Collaboration in Special Education (1)
Prerequisite: Admission to credential program and credit or
concurrent registration in Special Education 980.
Communication and collaboration skills for working with
teachers and other professionals, paraprofessionals, parents,
and representatives from the community. Listening and questioning
techniques, interpersonal processes, family systems and
needs, conflict resolution, decision-making models, and team
functions.
664. Issues Affecting Employment of Individuals with Severe Handicaps (3)
Prerequisite: Special Education 525.
Transition from school special education programs into supported
employment and community living: research issues,
applied practices, and innovative strategies for enhancing integrated
adult options.
670. Seminar in Education of Exceptional Children (3)
Prerequisites: Special Education 524 or 525 or 526.
Principles, trends and research in the education of exceptional
children.
677. Educational Management of Severe Behavior Disorders (3)
Prerequisite: Special Education 553.
Nature and educational treatment of severe behavioral problems
in students with disabilities. Review of research on effectiveness
of various interventions and development of skills needed to
implement appropriate strategies to evaluate, manage and treat
these behaviors.
681. Advanced Studies in Special Education (3)
Prerequisite: Special Education 524 or 525 or 528.
Educational theories, philosophies, research findings, issues
and trends in area of exceptionality. Application of research to
solution of educational problems. May be taken in each area of
exceptionality:
A. Mild/Moderate Disabilities
B. Moderate/Severe Disabilities and Early Childhood
C. Developing Gifted Potential Special Education178
696. Advanced Topics in Special Education (3)
Prerequisite: Twelve units in special education.
Intensive study in specific areas of special education. May be
repeated with new content. See Class Schedule for specific content.
Maximum credit six units applicable to a master's degree.
Maximum combined credit of six units of 596 and 696 applicable
to a 30-unit master's degree.
771. Directed Internship: Special Education (1-4) Cr/NC
Prerequisite: Permission of graduate adviser. Application to
be made during previous semester.
Extensive daily participation or teaching in public schools and
preparation for teaching of exceptional individuals. May be
repeated with new content. Maximum credit six units applicable
to a master's degree.
798. Special Study (1-6) Cr/NC/SP
Prerequisite: Consent of staff; to be arranged with department
chair and instructor.
Individual study. May involve fieldwork. Maximum credit six
units applicable to a master's degree.
970. Practicum: Students with Disabilities in General and Special Education (4) Cr/NC
Fifteen hours of observation/participation per week.
Prerequisites: Special Education 502 and consent of credential
adviser.
Participation in general and special education programs for
students with disabilities; supervised by a special educator. Integration
and application of skills and knowledge gained in credential
coursework. May be repeated in other specialties. Maximum
credit four units applicable to each credential program.
A. Mild/Moderate Disabilities
B. Moderate/Severe Disabilities
C. Physical/Health Impairments
D. ECSE: Infant/Preschool
971. Fieldwork in Special Education (2-3) Cr/NC
Supervised observation and participation in classroom and
related school activities of students with disabilities. Maximum
credit 12 units, of which no more than three units are applicable
to a bachelor's degree.
975. Professional Development Planning in Special Education (1)
Prerequisite: Completion of Level I credential in special education.
Planning for professional development including demonstration
of implementation of policies and practices appropriate for
providing services to students with disabilities.
979. Fieldwork Seminar (1) Cr/NC
Prerequisites: Admission to credential program and concurrent
registration in Special Education 980.
Analysis and critique teaching performances using such protocols
as videotapes, case studies, and observational data. Not
applicable to the M.A. degree.
980. Advanced Practicum in Special Education (1-12) Cr/NC
Prerequisite: Consent of credential adviser.
Culminating practicum for Education Specialist Credential
(Level 1). Participation supervised by a special educator. May be
repeated in other specialties. Maximum credit 12 units.
A. Mild/Moderate Disabilities
B. Moderate/Severe Disabilities
C. Physical/Health Impairments
D. ECSE: Infant/Preschool