CPSE 470
Legal Issues Influencing Collaboration in Special Education
Counseling Psychology and Special Education
David O. McKay School of Education
Course Description
Laws and issues influencing special education and educator's roles in collaborating with families and professionals.
When Taught
Summer Term
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
CPSE 203. Admission to special education program.
Title
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Learning Outcome
1. Understanding and applying duties and responsibilities of school personnel in relation to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Title
Assessment for decision making
Learning Outcome
2. Use assessment information to make legal and ethical eligibility, program, and placement decisions for individuals with exceptional learning needs, including those from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Title
Sensitivity to differences
Learning Outcome
3. Demonstrate sensitivity for the culture, language, religion, gender, disability, socio-economic status, and sexual orientation of individuals.
Title
Effective communication
Learning Outcome
4. Communicate effectively with families of individuals with exceptional learning needs, including those from diverse backgrounds.
