SPED 426: Intensive Supports for Mathematical Understanding

Course Description

This course addresses the assessment and instruction of mathematics skills for students with disabilities who need supplemental instruction or intervention in grades 1-12. Students will be introduced to a range of theoretical frameworks supporting the teaching of math. Additionally, the mathematics content and process standards and the alternative standards for students with significant disabilities are addressed as well as, intensive small group and one-on-one methods of achieving them. Inclusive strategies that can be implemented within the general education classroom also will be addressed. Students will become familiar with a variety of direct instruction and other research-based programs and curricula to meet individual student needs. Determining the most efficacious program to meet student-specific needs will be the main focus of the course. Prerequisites: EDU 384.