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SPED 101 INTRODUCTION TO DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
BRANDI RUDLAND
Fall 2016 (online)
DAKOTA COLLEGE BOTTINEAU
Use strategies, equipment,
materials and technologies, as
directed, to accomplish
instruction objectives
SEP4S1
Quiz; AT Project; Final
Use strategies as directed to
facilitate effective integration
into various settings
SEP4S3
Quiz; AT Project; Final
Use strategies that promote the
learner’s independence as
directed
SEP4S4
Quiz; AT Project; Final
Use strategies as directed to
increase the individual’s
independence and confidence
SEP4S5
Quiz; AT Project; Final
Prepare and organize materials
to support teaching and
learning as directed
SEP7S2
AT Project; Assessment Plan;
Transition Plan
Demonstrate commitment to
assisting learners in achieving
their highest potential
SEP9S5
Quiz; AT Project; Resource List;
Transition Plan; Final
CEC Standards SEP9S7-SEP9S13 are embedded in all coursework and practicum.
Course Requirements:
Independent Practice: Each week discussion topic is posed and reading assignments are posted. This will ensure
the connection between course content to the application of these concepts. Quizzes will be on Tuesdays and
Discussion Reponses will be due on Thursdays.
Assignments: Lesson assignments are due the following Tuesday that it was assigned.
Assessments/Exams: Three exams will be given along with weekly quizzes.
Final Project: Statement of Philosophy of Special Education
Description of
Assignment/Assessment
CEC Standard
Points Possible
Discussions:
Students are expected to
participate in discussions, designed to
facilitate the learning process.
Activity Specific
10 points each
Quizzes:
There will be multiple quizzes
throughout the semester, as well as
three exams.
1K1, 2K1, 3K1, 4K2, 10K1, 10K2, 3S1,
4S1, 4S3, 4S4, 4S5, 9S5
20 points each
Brochure Project:
Students will select
a syndrome or disorder from Chapter
15 to research and gain a greater
understanding of the condition.
Students will then present their
findings in the form of a parent-
friendly brochure.
1K1, 2K1, 9S9
20 points
Assistive Technology Project:
Students
will create an assistive technology
device that they could use for a
student with special needs, write a
brief summary of their project, and
present it to the class.
1K2, 2K1, 3S1, 4K2, 4S1, 4S3, 4S4, 4S5,
7S2, 9S5
20 points