EXC 4020 - Characteristics and Instructional Strategies for Students with Disabilities

3 Credit Hours

Requirements: For educator certification, students must earn a grade of “B” or higher in this course.

Description
Requirement: For educator certification programs, students must earn a grade of “B” or higher in this course.This course introduces the historical and legal foundations of special education, including major legislation and court cases. Students will examine MTSS and RTI frameworks, the special education process from referral to IEP development, and the 13 disability categories under IDEA and their impact on learning. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based instructional strategies, including differentiation, accommodations, and modifications, to support learners with disabilities in general and special education settings. This course satisfies the Georgia House Bill 671 requirement for educators seeking teacher certification. For educator certification, students must earn a grade of “B” or higher in this course.