SOCW 519 16A - Public School Policy/Services

Description:

Presents content on children with physical and mental disabilities, educational policies related to vulnerable populations, and federal and state legislation, with particular emphasis given to the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA). The following topics are highlighted: eligibility requirements, general characteristics of the disabling conditions, education as a continuum from early childhood to adulthood, school finance, and current educational issues. Content is presented pertaining to meeting the needs of exceptional children, students with other special needs, and their families in public schools and the community. Course Information: Prerequisite: SOCW 410.

Special Instructions:

Blended online/F2F course for iMSW (Outreach) 2016 cohort only. Class will meet face to face on the following dates: 1/20, 2/17, 3/31, & 4/21 in Room 2018 from 1-4:00 p.m.

Academic Program Restrictions:

MENG:Mech Engineering Onl-UIUC MS: Aerospace Engr-Online-UIUC MS: Civil Engr - Online - UIUC MS:Industrial Engr Online-UIUC MS:Mechanical Engineerng -UIUC NDEG:Grad Nondegree-CE-UIUC MSW:Social Work -UIUC

Option 1

Number of Required Visit(s): 0

Course Level: Graduate

Credit: 4 hr

Term(s): Spring