EDUC 205 Development/Individual Differences*

This course examines areas of exceptionality as identified by laws and policies related to individualized education and considered as a basis for reflecting on human development/individual differences and diversity in schools. (This class includes the Portfolio Entry: Individual Differences Student Profile). (This class addresses Idaho Core Teacher Standards 1, 2 and 6). A background check is required. Prerequisite: ENGL 101.

Credits

3.00 Credits

EDUC 205Development/Individual Differences*

Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.

I. General Information

Department

II. Course Specification

Credit Hours Narrative

3.00 Credits

III. Catalog Course Description

This course examines areas of exceptionality as identified by laws and policies related to individualized education and considered as a basis for reflecting on human development/individual differences and diversity in schools. (This class includes the Portfolio Entry: Individual Differences Student Profile). (This class addresses Idaho Core Teacher Standards 1, 2 and 6). A background check is required. Prerequisite: ENGL 101.

IV. Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

  • Develop skills to distinguish between normal and abnormal development.
  • Understand concepts relating to general, physical, cognitive, socio-emotional learning, behavioral development, including diagnostic steps for individual and classroom management.
  • Identify characteristics related to 13 disabilities and Gifted and Talented students.
  • Discuss prevalence, origination, and contributing factors for viable teaching options.
  • Discuss complicit school policies, practices, programs, and laws.
  • Apply conceptual mapping and essential assessments for motivational learning strategies.
  • Discuss learning through stages, instructional teams, and reflective teaching techniques relating to Piaget, Erikson, Kohlberg, and BLOOMÕs.

V. Topical Outline (Course Content)

VI. Delivery Methodologies