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Education of Students with Visual Impairments

Course Overview

Date / Time Location Credits Minimium Tuition*
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TBA
Online 3 $1401 (guest students)
Date
-
Time
TBA
Location
Online
Credits
3
Min. Tuition*
$1401 (guest students)

Description

This course examines the philosophical, historical, and legal foundations of special education services to students with visual impairments. This course overviews the wide array of services and resources available to support students with visual impairments. Topics include legislation, service systems, roles and responsibilities of specialized service providers, and the impact of visual impairments on child development. In addition to the class assignments, students are required to observe and assist with a student who is visually impaired, one day per week for five weeks.

Prerequisites

Matriculated student in Vision Studies masters or certificate program

This course is closed for registration.

Course Details