SPED 410: Principles of Universal Design for Learning & Models for Understanding Disability

Course Description

Addressing the instruction of all individuals with particular attention to those with disabilities/disabled individuals who are provided services and supports under IDEA. Topics include effective instructional practices, including the skill of planning for diversity using a universal design framework. The course begins with understanding the differing model for understanding disability, then transitions to designing inclusive instruction, and ends with learning to lesson plan using backwards design and incorporating UDL. 4 undergraduate hours. 4 graduate hours. Credit is not given for SPED 410 and SPED 317. Prerequisite: Admission to the Department of Special Education or consent of instructor.