BIOL240: Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology I

Human anatomy and physiology for health education and physical education majors. Not for biology majors. Biology majors may only take this course as a free elective. 3 sh.

BIOL241: Mammalian Anatomy and Physiology II

Human anatomy and physiology for health education and physical education majors. Not for biology majors. Biology majors may only take this course as a free elective. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: BIOL 240.

CURR505: Teaching, Democracy, and Schooling

This course brings together differing viewpoints regarding the purposes of teaching in the United States and the teacher's role in fostering democracy. It provides future teachers with the habits of mind, skills, tools and resources to analyze and evaluate the relationship between the history of public education, the evolution of teacher identity, and the roles teachers and teaching have played in shaping the United States as a society and vice versa. Using Montclair State's Portrait of a Teacher as an organizing framework, students study the history, philosophy, and politics that shape differing views about the roles and responsibilities of teachers, teaching content and knowledge, and explore democratic principles and practices, including issues related to state standards and federal mandates, and curriculum for diverse students, including those with special needs and English Language Learners. Cross listed with EDFD 505. May be repeated once for a maximum of 6.0 credits. 3 sh.

CURR509: Sociocultural Perspectives on Teaching and Learning

This course examines the qualities of teachers, teaching, and schooling that foster the learning of pupils from diverse social and cultural backgrounds. Students in the course use various sociocultural perspectives to explore the ways in which experiences of socialization shape perceptions of oneself and others. They reflect on their own beliefs and assumptions about their sociocultural identities and how they have been shaped through experience. Students also examine the nature and impact of the increasing social and cultural diversity in K-12 schools, focusing on the experiences of socially and culturally diverse students in the United States. They investigate ways of teaching all children successfully and of developing positive relationships among teachers, parents, and children across diversity. They reflect on their capacity to bring about educational change that promotes educational equity and affirms diversity. May be repeated once for a maximum of 6.0 credits. Cross listed with EDFD 509. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: CURR 505 or EDFD 505, CURR 518.

CURR516: Meeting the Needs of English Language Learners

This course examines the central issues in the education of English language learners in U.S. schools and best practices in educating English language learners. Students study the socio-cultural, legal, and political influences on the education of English language learners. They also examine principles of second language acquisition and academic content instruction to meet the needs of English language learners. May be repeated once for a maximum of 2.0 credits. Cross listed with EDFD 516. 1 sh.

Prerequisites: CURR 505 or EDFD 505, CURR 518.

CURR526: Teaching for Learning I

This course focuses on developing classroom practices necessary for student teaching and the beginning of a professional career in teaching, building from the knowledge and skills discussed in previous courses in the professional sequence. In conjunction with CURR 527-Fieldwork, students have the opportunity to begin to put into practice their conceptions of reflective teaching, learning, and assessment in public school classrooms. Specifically, students investigate democratic classrooms, and choosing appropriate teaching strategies and assessments to create successful learning experiences for their students. May be repeated once for a maximum of 6.0 credits. This is the first course in a two-semester sequence (CURR 526, CURR 543). 3 sh.

Prerequisites: CURR 505 or EDFD 505; CURR 509 or EDFD 509; CURR 516 or EDFD 516; CURR 517; CURR 518; READ 501.

CURR527: Fieldwork

Students will spend 60 hours, or approximately one day per week, in a selected public school. Activities include, but are not limited to, observing classroom teachers, facilitating small group and individual instruction, participating in after-school activities, tutoring, attending department meetings, shadowing and interviewing students and teachers, lesson planning and teaching, and assessing student work. May be repeated once for a maximum of 6.0 credits. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: CURR 505 or EDFD 505; and CURR 509 or EDFD 509; and CURR 516 or EDFD 516; and CURR 517; and CURR 518; and EDFD 519 or CURR 519; and READ 501.

CURR529: Student Teaching

Full time student teaching in the public schools of New Jersey is required of all students who complete the regular program of certification requirements. May be repeated once for a maximum of 12.0 credits. 6 sh.

Prerequisites: CURR 505 or EDFD 505; and CURR 509 or EDFD 509; and CURR 516 or EDFD 516; and CURR 517; and CURR 518; and CURR 519 or EDFD 519; and CURR 526; and CURR 527; and READ 501; and content area methods course(s).

CURR543: Teaching for Learning II

This course focuses on putting into practice all of the knowledge and skills pre-service teachers have developed throughout their professional sequence and in their student teaching experience. A primary focus is on creating democratic classrooms for their students through developmentally and culturally appropriate planning, instruction, and assessment. Students will also learn about the impact of school and classroom culture and climate on student learning, and on relationships between students and teachers and teachers and other professionals in the school. May be repeated once for a maximum of 6.0 credits. This is the second course in a two-semester sequence (CURR 526, CURR 543). 3 sh.

Prerequisites: CURR 505 or EDFD 505; and CURR 509 or EDFD 509; and CURR 516 or EDFD 516; and CURR 517; and CURR 518; and CURR 526; and CURR 527; and READ 501; and content area methods course(s).

ELRS580: Learning Theories

Study of the learning process and its measurement as it applies in the classroom and non-school settings. 3 sh.

FCST515: Child Development II: Adolescence

This course uses a developmental and ecological approach to study adolescents (11-18 years). Physical, cognitive, and social development throughout this age period are studied in terms of change within and differences between individuals. Family, peer, neighborhood, sociocultural, and political influences on adolescents are examined. The roles of race/ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and socioeconimic status in adolescent development are like wise examined. Out-of-class observations and/or interview projects as well as an APA style research literature review or proposal paper are required. 3 sh.

HPEM355: Measurement and Evaluation in Health and Physical Education

Tests and measurements specifically concerned with the areas of health and physical education. Tests and measurements as tools for better teaching as well as for research. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: MATH 103 or MATH 104 or MATH 106 or MATH 109.

PEMJ131: Fitness Activities

A comprehensive course to provide the student with knowledge needed for developmental programming of personalized fitness activities utilizing all modes of fitness training. 2 sh.

Prerequisites: PEAF major or PEDU major or PHED major or TEPE major or TEHP major or departmental approval. Starting Spring 2011: PEAF or PHED or TEPE or TEHP majors.

PEMJ135: Sports Module I: Football, Basketball, Team Handball

This course provides an overview of the theory, instruction and performance in the fundamentals of football, basketball and team handball. 2 sh.

Prerequisites: PEAF major or PEDU major or PHED major or TEPE major or TEHP major or departmental approval.

PEMJ136: Sports Module II: Soccer, Speedball, Volleyball

This course provides an overview of the theory, instruction and performance in the fundamentals of soccer, speedball and volleyball. 2 sh.

Prerequisites: PEAF major or PEDU major or PHED major or TEPE major or TEHP major or departmental approval.

PEMJ137: Sports Module III: Softball, Lacrosse, and Hockey

This course provides an overview of the theory, instruction and performance in the fundamentals of softball, lacrosse, and hockey. 2 sh.

Prerequisites: PEAF major or PEDU major or PHED major or TEPE major or TEHP major or departmental approval.

PEMJ138: Sports Module IV: Tennis, Badminton, and Fencing

This course provides an overview of the theory, instruction and performance in the fundamentals of tennis, badminton, and fencing. 2 sh.

Prerequisites: PEAF major or PEDU major or PHED major or TEPE major or TEHP major or departmental approval.

PEMJ139: Sports Module V: Archery, Golf, and Track & Field

This course provides an overview of the theory, instruction and performance in the fundamentals of archery, golf, and track & field. 2 sh.

Prerequisites: PEAF major or PEDU major or PHED major or TEPE major or TEHP major or departmental approval.

PEMJ145: Dance in the Schools

This course provides an overview of the theory, instruction and performance in the fundamentals of folk, square, and social dance forms. 2 sh.

Prerequisites: PEAF major or PEDU major or PHED major or TEPE major or TEHP major or departmental approval.

PEMJ235: Movement Experiences in the Elementary School

A comprehensive activity course designed to present theory and practical application of movement experiences and non- sport activities in physical education in the elementary school. 2 sh.

Prerequisites: PEAF major or PEDU major or PHED major or TEPE major or TEHP major or departmental approval.

PEMJ248: Teaching Gymnastics in the Schools

Knowledge and understanding of the techniques of gymnastics in physical education programs within the school setting. 2 sh.

Prerequisites: PEAF major or PEDU major or PHED major or TEPE major or TEHP major or departmental approval.

PEMJ320: Physiology of Exercise

The physiological effects of physical activity upon the human organism. The reaction of exercises of speed, strenght, and endurance upon the muscular and circulo-respiratory systems. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: BIOL 240 and BIOL 241. For ATTR majors only, BIOL 244 and BIOL 245.

PEMJ321: Kinesiology

An overview of the integrated functioning of the skeletal, muscular, and nervous systmes and the biomechanical principles governing efficient movement, in order to effectively analyze the performance of motor skills. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: BIOL 240 and BIOL 241. For ATTR majors only, BIOL 244 and BIOL 245.

PEMJ324: Basic Motor Learning

This course provides students with knowledge of the theoretical basis of human learning and performance in motor activity. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: BIOL 240 and BIOL 241. For ATTR majors only, BIOL 244 and BIOL 245.

PEMJ351: Adapted Physical Education

This is a lecture and practicum course covering the introductory techniques for conducting a physical education program to meet the needs of the developmentally disabled. Each student is required to spend a minimum of 15 hours of laboratory experience in schools, agencies, and/or institutions. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: PHED major or PEAF major or ATTR major or TEHP major or TEPE major or PEDU major or departmental approval.

PEMJ457: Teaching of Physical Education

The Teaching of Physical Education is a comprehensive teacher preparation course that includes theory, pedagogy and laboratory course work in the teaching of physical education in elementary and secondary schools. Topics include physical education curriculum content, effective teaching strateties, styles of teaching, assessment of student learning, preparation of unit and lesson plans, classroom management techniques, and describing and analyzing student and teacher behaviors. In addition, there are several peer teaching opportunities and public school visitations that allow students experiences in planning and teaching with each other and K-12 students. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: PEMJ 235,acceptance to Teacher Education Program, and completion of two activity modules.

PEMJ502: Methods of Inquiry and Analysis

An introduction to the theory and design of historical, descriptive and experimental methods of research in physical education, sport and exercise science. Descriptive and inferential statistics will be applied to various methods of inquiry, including qualitative and quantitative approaches to research. 3 sh.

PEMJ505: Research Design

Provides for the examination of current research topics in physical education, sport, and exercise sciences. Each student will conduct an in-depth review and analysis of literature related to a specific research topic, and develop a formal research proposal. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: PEMJ 502.

PEMJ508: Management and Supervision in Sport and Fitness

In this course, students engage in an in-depth analysis of a variety of approaches used in the management and supervision of athletic and fitness programs in both public and private sectors. They examine administrative/manager functions for facility manangement, budgeting, personnel evaluation, technology-based scheduling, and fundraising. 3 sh.

PEMJ510: Legal and Ethical Issues in Sport

This course will examine current legal and ethical issues impacting the coach or athletic administrator. Concepts related to liability, risk management, gender equity, performance enhancing drugs, compliance to governing organizations, and code of conduct will be applied with an emphasis on amateur sport. 3 sh.

PEMJ514: Sport Marketing and Public Relations

A course in the application of marketing principles and public relations strategies within the context of a sport setting. Analysis of consumer trends will be employed to enhance development, sales, and promotions of sports products. In addition, approaches to establishing and maintaining a positive public image will be examined, including communication through the media, partnerships with the local community and website construction. 3 sh.

PEMJ521: Technology Integration in Exercise Science and Physical Education

This course provides the fundamentals of current technologies in the three following areas: (a) integrating technology in the classroom to introduce teachers to those aspects of educational technology that are designed to facilitate teaching and learninng; (b) integrating technology in the fitness lab to introduce teachers and fitness specialists to computer-based health-management systems that allow for exercise evaluation, nutrition evaluation and health-risk assessments; and (c) using technology to manage the professional office including document processing, spreadsheet applications, database management, graphic construction, and communications. 3 sh.

PEMJ531: Practicum in Adapted Physical Education

A class that provides students with the opportunity to work directly with people with disabilities in the school or agency setting. Class sessions will also be scheduled to discuss current issues in inclusive and adapted physical activity classrooms and to further elaborate on appropriate pedagogical techniques to be used within the classroom. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: PEMJ 351 or departmental approval.

PEMJ539: Advanced Exercise Physiology

An advanced course in exercise physiology. Topics include muscular contraction; bioenergetics; energy expenditure; acid-base balance; gas exchange; and the cardiovascular, pulmonary, endocrine, and nervous system responses to acute exercise. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: An undergraduate course in Exercise Physiology.

PEMJ540: Applied Exercise Physiology

An advanced course in applied exercise physiology. Topics include physiological adaptations to chronic exercise, dietary manipulation, pharmacological intervention, and environmental stressors; the underlying mechanisms affecting those physiological adaptations; and the effect of those adaptations on human physical performance. Body composition assessment and interventions to change body composition are also discussed. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: An undergraduate course in exercise physiology.

PEMJ541: Aerobic Exercise: Testing and Programming

This course focuses on developing the skills necessary to conduct aerobic fitness testing and to prepare aerobic exercise prescriptions/programs. Topics include aerobic fitness testing protocols, assessment of various physiological variables during exercise testing, and aerobic exercise prescription/programs for healthy and special populations. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: An undergraduate course in exercise physiology.

PEMJ542: Applied Cardiac Rehabilitation

The course is designed to provide the student with current information regarding the application of scientific and programming principles of cardiac rehabilitation in a variety of settings. Students are also given the opportunity to work with actual cardiac rehabilitation patients in an appropriate hospital setting. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: An undergraduate course in exercise physiology.

PEMJ543: Anaerobic Exercise: Testing and Programming

The course is an advanced course in neuromuscular resistance training and conditioning and flexibility training. Topics include anaerobic and flexibility fitness testing protocols, and anaerobic and flexibility exercise prescriptions/programs for healthy and special populations. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: An undergraduate course in exercise physiology.

PEMJ544: Administration of Specialized Exercise Programs

This course provides information concerning principles of administration, staffing, facilities, equipment, and finance to prepare the student to administer specialized exercise programs in a variety of settings. 3 sh.

PEMJ546: Principles of Sports Conditioning

A course in scientific principles of sports conditioning. Training principles and exercise programming will be applied for developing strength, speed, power, agility, endurance, and flexibility. Additional topics include sports nutrition, ergogenic aids, body composition, environmental considerations, fitness testing, overtraining, and sports conditioning management. 3 sh.

PEMJ547: Advanced Coaching Techniques

This course is designed to present practitioners with several advanced methods for improving sports and motor performance. Topics include principles of coaching, talent development, the organization of practice, effective instruction for skill acquisition, biomechanical principles of performance, and match analysis. The course provides students with the opportunity to use advanced technological methods as well as practical, hands-on aproaches that they can use in their professions. 3 sh.

PEMJ548: Practicum in Individualized Exercise Programs

This course provides the student the opportunity for practical experience in the application of individualized exercise prescriptions for asymptomatic and/or symptomatic individuals in a variety of nonschool settings. 3 - 6 sh.

Prerequisites: Completion of required courses within area of specialization in exercise sciences (12 s.h.) or permission of instructor.

PEMJ552: Seminar in Current Problems in Athletics

The organization, planning and administration of intramural and interscholastic sports programs for men and women. Program development, scheduling, promotion and conduct of the program and personnel selection. Other persistent problems identified by the students will be discussed as will trends in such areas as sports media, coaching and officiating. 3 sh.

PEMJ554: Orientation to Sports Medicine

An introductory course in the prevention and basic care of selected injuries and sudden illness in athletes. Students receive training and certification in sport safety including cardiopulmonary resuscitation, first aid, and use of an automated external defibrillation device. They also develop strategies for minimizing risk of athletes in a sport setting. 3 sh.

PEMJ556: Teaching for Skill Acquisition

This is an advanced course examining the process of skill acquisition. It is aimed at practitioners (e.g. educators, coaches, therapists) who want to better understand how humans learn motor skills, and how to facilitate this process. Students explore theories of skill acquisition and examine research evidence of best practice for learners in varying periods of development. They integrate this knowledge with practical methods applicable to teaching and coaching settings. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: An undergraduate course in motor learning.

PEMJ557: Human Motor Development

In this course, students learn about the lifespan changes in human motor skill that occur from the first movements of the fetus to the adaptive movements of the elderly. To focus on issues relevant to practitioners, special attention is given to the motor development of school-aged children, and students learn how teaching and coaching methods must be tailored to each developmental level. 3 sh.

PEMJ558: The Teaching of Physical Education

The Teaching of Physical Education is a comprehensive methods and lab course for graduate students who are applying for teacher certification in physical education. This capstone course is usually the last course that is taken as part of their physical education work program. It presents the theory and teaching of physical education in both elementary and secondary schools as these students enter into their field experiences. Topics include curriculum development, effective teaching strategies, styles of teaching preparation of a yearly curriculum calendar, unit and lesson plans, classroom management and discipline, and describing and analyzing student and teacher behaviors and teacher reflection. In addition, students will develop an action research project to further investigate an area of the teaching of Physical education in which they wish to improve. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: An undergraduate course in movement education for elementary schools; Acceptance to the Graduate School.

PEMJ559: Applied Sport Psychology

This course provides an in-depth analysis of the theories and techniques of sport psychology. Student will learn how to apply these skills to the teaching and coaching situations in order to optimize the performance of students and athletes. 3 sh.

PEMJ560: Curriculum in Physical Education

This course provides an analysis of current curricular models for physical education programs grades K-12. Strategies for curriculum change are also examined, and students have opportunities to apply theories of curriculum development to actual school settings. 3 sh.

PEMJ562: Concepts in Physical Activity

This course provides and in-depth examination of strategies to promote adoption of a physically active lifestyle in and outside of a physical education classroom. Assessment of physical activity and application of age appropriate programming designed to maximize daily activity will be emphasized. 3 sh.

PEMJ565: Reflective Teaching in Physical Education

The focus of this course is on reflective practice. In particular, specific strategies for reflection will be presented, and different ways of studying teaching behavior and teaching effectiveness will be explored. 3 sh.

PEMJ575: Philosophical and Sociological Foundations of Sport and Physical Education

The historical development of modern physical education programs. The sociological factors affecting behavior in modern society applied to teaching and coaching situations. 3 sh.

PEMJ577: Supervision in Physical Education

An analysis of theory and research related to supervision in facilitating effective teaching to provide pupils with appropriate learning experiences in Physical Education programs. 3 sh.

PEMJ580: Independent Study in Physical Education

An experience in the pursuit of study of topics which may be outside the scope of regular curricular offerings or may be an extension of a course or courses. May be repeated for a maximum of 3.0 credits. Completion and approval of independent study application form required prior to registration. 1 - 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Departmental approval.

PEMJ592: Selected Topics in Exercise Science and Physical Education

In this course, students engage in an in-depth theoretical and practical study of a current aspect of exercise science, sport or physical education. Topics will be determined prior to the course offering and will be publicized. This course may be repeated once for a maximum of 6.0 credits as long as the topic is different. 3 sh.

PEMJ594: Internship in Sport and Exercise Science

A supervised field experience in the application of knowledge and skills related to an area of specialization in sport of exercise science. A formal written report of the completed internship outcomes is to be submitted to the faculty of the Department of Exercise Science and Physical Education. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Completion of a minimum of 21 credits in the program, including PEMJ 502.

PEMJ598: Applied Project

Guidance in conducting an applied project in physical education, sport or exercise science. Each student is required to develop a tangible product such as position paper, journal article, action research investigation, instructional videotape/CD ROM, review of curriculum, policy manual, etc. A formal written report of the completed project is to be submitted to the faculty of the Department of Exercise Science and Physical Education. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: Completion of a minimum of 21 credits in the program, including PEMJ 502.

PSYC560: Advanced Educational Psychology

A comprehensive treatment of the cognitive and affective characteristics of the learner and the processes of learning and teaching provide the framework for this course. Behavioral, cognitive and information-processing theory are presented and their applicability to instructional strategies and classroom dynamics is discussed. Other areas included are the origins of individual differences including heredity and environment, early childhood education, cultural differences, student motivation, classroom management, measurement and evaluation, exceptional children and other topics. 3 sh.

READ501: Techniques of Reading Improvement in the Secondary School

Studies the improvement of nonclinical reading difficulties in the content subjects. For the subject area teacher and the beginning reading specialist. Secondary school reading needs and specific suggestions for guiding the slow, average, and gifted student in a classroom situation. 3 sh.

SPCM101: Fundamentals of Speech: Communication Requirement

This course introduces students to the theoretical and practical requirements of different types of public presentations and helps students develop an understanding and appreciation of the dynamic nature of the communication process. The course focuses on the basic elements of the communication process, listening, communicator and audience characteristics, basic research skills, and message composition and delivery. Students learn about the demands of public presentations in culturally and professionally diverse environments and develop presentation competence and flexibility. Meets Gen Ed 2002 - Communication, Communication. Meets the 1983 General Education Requirement (GER) - Communication, Speaking/Listening. 3 sh.

SPED568: Instructional Planning for Students with Disabilities in Inclusive Settings II

This course will enhance the ability of future educators to provide effective planning and instruction for students with disabilities in 6-12 inclusive classrooms. Educators will learn how to apply developmentally appropriate practice and curriculum design to improve the learning of students who exhibit competencies across a wide range. The emphasis will be on practical techniques and strategies that can be utilized in an inclusive setting. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: SPED 579.

SPED579: Special Education for Students with Disabilities

An overview of instruction for students with special needs; characteristics of special populations, federal and state legislation, educational implications of disabling conditions, principles for instruction and planning for inclusion are presented; community resources and special issues related to the education of students with disabilities are discussed. 3 sh.

SPED584: Assessment and Evaluation in the Inclusive Classroom

This course is designed to be an introduction for pre-service teachers in the field of Special Education assessment and accountability. The course will introduce students to elements of traditional assessment, including record keeping, grading, objective and essay testing, theories of validity as well as authentic, performance, and portfolio assessment. The keeping of anecdotal records, inclusion, heterogeneous groups, and accommodations will also be components of this course. 2 - 3 sh.

Prerequisites: SPED 579 and SPED 567 or 568. Starting Spring 2011: SPED 579.

SPED585: Technology for Inclusive Classrooms

The course is designed to provide educators with an understanding of how to use technology as a seamless part of the teaching and learning experience for students with disabilities in inclusive settings. Two main purposes for students with disabilities will be emphasized. Teachers will learn how to provide access to the curriculum for students with disabilities by using the principles of Universal Design for Learning as a framework for curriculum design. They will learn how to utilize technology to meet the unique needs of students with disabilities in order for them to attain maximum independence and participation in all environments. 2 - 3 sh.

Prerequisites: SPED 567, SPED 568. Starting Spring 2011: SPED 579.

SPED586: Transition Services for Students with Disabilities

This course will focus on a Research-Based and Teacher-Tested Support Model for planning and implementing transition services for students with disabilities. Successful transition services will allow students to build the bridges toward becoming independent self advocates with the insights, skills, knowledge, and learning techniques for successful transition from school to adult life. 3 sh.

Prerequisites: SPED 567, SPED 568, SPED 579. Starting Spring 2011: SPED 579.

SPED588: Promoting Prosocial Behaviors in Inclusive Settings

This course is designed to provide future teachers with theory and practice related to the development of appropriate prosocial behaviors within inclusive classroom settings for students with disabilities. This course will focus on behavior and the developmental and environmental factors that influence its expression. Emphasis will be placed on functional analysis of behavior, how to promote appropriate behavior, and how to develop a classroom setting that fosters prosocial behaviors. Principles of social/emotional learning, social skills development as well as data collection, schedules of reinforcement monitoring progress, social problem solving, and promotion of positive behavior plans will be explored. 2 - 3 sh.

Prerequisites: SPED 579.

SPED591: Teaching Organization and Study Skills for the Inclusive Classroom

In this course, future and practicing teachers who work with students with disabilities in middle and secondary school learn how to enable those students to become more effective learners so they can have greater access to the general education curriculum. Increased inclusion has led to higher expectations for students with disabilities and the need to meet the more rigorous demands of the general education classroom. This requires study and organization skills, wich students with disabilities often lack as a result of the impact of their disability. In this course, teachers become familiar with research-based study and organization strategies as well as effective instructional methods for systematic and explicit instruction to teach these strategies. Through these strategies, they can help students compensate for their disability characteristics and become more independent, engaged learners. 2 - 3 sh.

Prerequisites: SPED 469, SPED 568 or SPED 587.