SED 4440 - K-12 Practicum in Special Education

Credits: 3 or 6

Prerequisite(s): SED 4050 and SED 4200; or permission of instructor

Corequisite(s): SED 4250 and SED 4300

Description: This practicum is a culminating experience that provides teacher candidates with a structured, supervised elementary and/or secondary level practicum in a special education setting for children with disabilities. A strong emphasis is placed on the importance of decision-making in diverse contexts, including numerous assessment and instructional situations using a case-based approach that will encourage integration of theory and application. The seminars are designed to address assigned topics and activities that are linked to the teaching responsibilities of the practicum.

University Requirement(s): Senior Experience