EDFS 406 Families and Teams (3)

The field of Special Education is a dynamic field which requires close collaboration with families of students with disabilities as well as a need for practicing in a transdisciplinary manner. In this course, multifaceted and validated approaches to working in community with families and other professionals is explored. Emphasis is given to cultural diversity and to disability rights and justice. Both intellectual and theoretical concepts as well as practical strategy application is explored. In addition, students are asked to be self-reflective of their own cultural backgrounds and consider how those backgrounds may influence teaching practices.
Course Frequency: Fall and Spring