PSY 214 - Psychology of the Exceptional Child

Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0 Credits: 3

Description: This course is a study of the growth, development and training of exceptional children, including children with disabilities and the gifted. Law and court cases affecting children with exceptionalities are covered in this course, including, but not limited to, the individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Prerequisite(s): Take PSY 201 with a minimum grade of C.

Course Topics:

Historical perspective
Disabilities
Gifted/talented
Intervention strategies
Legal issues
Labeling
Assessment
Supports
Diversity
Family issues

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn website

Required Materials:

None

Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.

A = 90 - 100
B = 80 - 89
C = 70 - 79
D = 60 - 69
F = 0 - 59

Student Learning Outcomes:

Describe characteristics of children with various disabilities.
Discuss factors related to children who are gifted and/or talented.
Trace the development of services to children with exceptionalities from a historical perspective.
Explain legal issues pertaining to children with exceptionalities.
Describe how issues related to diversity and the family impact persons with exceptionalities.
Demonstrate selected teaching/treatment strategies useful in working with exceptional children.
Identify resources to assist children with special needs.

For SCC Online Courses:
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Identity Verification
Required materials for all online courses
Mandatory Attendance Requirement
Orientation and Support
Proctored Exams

Standard SCC Course Policies:
Please review the Standard Course Policies on the following topics:

Academic Integrity
Add/Drop period
Attendance
Classroom Conduct
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IT Access
Online Behavior
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Student Concerns
Student Help Services
Withdrawals

Official Course Syllabus
2023-2024