EDU5403 - Special Education: Core Knowledge and Applications

Course Description

The Special Education: Core Knowledge and Applications course is for individuals who are having challenges passing the Praxis exam (5354, 5543). This is a self-paced online course that includes readings, online discussions, assignments, test-taking strategies, and hundreds of practice questions to prepare for the Praxis exam. The online format provides participants flexibility to work at their own pace and select content areas that are specific to their needs. Private online meetings with the instructor are available.  The course length is four weeks, however, participants will have access to the course materials for up to one year. 

Learner Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course the participant will be able to:

• Understand human development and the impact of disabilities on learners.
• Understand how theory and practice promote positive behavior and classroom management.
• Justify the selection and implementation of strategies and interventions for individual students.
• Select appropriate assessments and explain its purpose.
• Understand the federal requirements for the pre-referral, referral, and identification of students with disabilities. 

Notes

For information and assistance contact coordinator or call main office at 455-0477.

Patrick Leddy 
Senior Coordinator
455-0477 (main office)
psleddy@hawaii.edu