ED 365 - Special Studies: Children at Risk

3 credits
Explores stressful issues that impact the development of the whole child, including divorce, child abuse, moving, death of family members, changes in the family system, and poverty. Students will also gain introductory knowledge about disability as a social, cultural, historical, and political phenomenon. Students are exposed to varying disability definitions, cultural meanings and presentations, social justice, and human rights issues. Students research and apply knowledge to elementary school settings by planning curriculum and modifying classroom environments.
Grade mode designated on a CRN basis each term. Students should consult current term schedule.