SPED 6635 Curriculum and Assessment for Individuals with Significant Cognitive Disabilities

This course will provide candidates with the information and skills necessary to promote progress of students with significant cognitive disabilities in Georgia Common Core Curriculum and other critical skills such as adaptive skills and self-determination necessary to participate in the general curriculum and community. Assessment is integral to educational decision-making process of choosing the curriculum appropriate for individuals with exceptionalities. Through assessment and understanding of the curriculum, candidates will discover ways for individuals with significant cognitive disabilities to meet expectations. A pre-service or IN4T certificate is required for this course.

Credits

1

Prerequisite

SPED 6634

Typically Offered

fall

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the candidate will be able to:

Outcome	SEMLO	Evaluation
1. Administer and interpret assessments of individuals with significant cognitive disabilities designed to develop instruction.	4, 8	Assessment Administration and Summary
2. Understand features, effectiveness, and use of appropriate curricula, materials, and resources in pertinent instructional areas including access to general curriculum.	1, 2, 3, 9, 11	Quizzes, Presentations, Article Review (MA)
3. Design assessment-driven planning and instruction of students with significant cognitive disabilities.	5, 10	Transition Plan, Goal Creation, Lesson Plans
4. Incorporate and implement instructional and assistive technology into the educational program.	2, 5, 10	Quizzes, Lesson Plans
5. Use technology for planning and managing the teaching and learning environment	2, 4, 5, 10	Presentation