What This Document Is
This is a comprehensive course syllabus for SPED 562: Educational Procedures for Learning Disabilities, offered at Winthrop University. It outlines the expectations, structure, and essential information for students enrolled in this graduate-level special education course. The syllabus serves as a foundational guide for navigating the course requirements and understanding the learning journey ahead. It details the course’s place within the broader Special Education program at Winthrop.
Why This Document Matters
This syllabus is crucial for anyone considering enrolling in SPED 562, as well as for currently enrolled students. Prospective students can use it to determine if the course aligns with their academic and professional goals. Current students will rely on it throughout the semester to understand grading policies, assignment deadlines, and the overall course schedule. Educators, special education professionals, and those seeking advanced knowledge in learning disabilities will find the syllabus insightful regarding the course’s scope and objectives.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This syllabus provides an overview of the course but does *not* contain the actual course content, specific readings, or detailed instructional materials. It does not include examples of assignments, lecture notes, or the specific strategies and techniques that will be explored. It also doesn’t provide access to external websites or resources mentioned within the course schedule – those require separate access.
What This Document Provides
* A clear course description and catalog information.
* Defined course objectives aligned with professional standards (NBPTS and the Riley College of Education framework).
* Information regarding the required and supplementary course texts.
* Details about instructor contact information and office hours.
* An overview of the course’s emphasis on practical application and reflective practice.
* A framework for understanding the course’s connection to ethical standards in special education.
* A glimpse into the types of performance measures used to assess student learning.