CPSE 480
Educational and Multicultural Issues in Special Education
Counseling Psychology and Special Education
David O. McKay School of Education
Course Description
Special education issues: multicultural, historical, and legal foundations.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
FBI fingerprint background clearance.
Title
Individual differences
Learning Outcome
1. Describe learning needs, differences, and strategies for individuals with disabilities, including those from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Title
Cultural understanding
Learning Outcome
2. Explain differences in behavior, communication, and stereotypes between and among cultures.
Title
Respectful learning environments
Learning Outcome
3. Explain ways to create learning environments that allow individuals to retain and appreciate their own and each other's respective language and cultural heritage.
Title
Intercultural mediation
Learning Outcome
4. Mediate controversial intercultural issues among students within the learning environment in ways that enhance culture, group, or person.
