2004-05 Undergraduate Catalog
Indiana, Pennsylvania 15705
Education of Exceptional Persons (EDEX)
Department of Special Education and Clinical Services
College of Education and Educational Technology
Credit designation below each title is expressed in (c) class hours per week, (l) lab or (d) discussion section hours per week, and (cr) credits per semester.
EDEX 103 Special Education Technology
3c-0l-3cr
Addresses the use of assistive technology in the classroom in areas of
communication, mobility, education, recreation, vocation, independence, and
therapy/rehabilitation. Emphasis is on developing awareness of the diversity of
assistive technology currently available for individuals with disabilities.
Specific applications of assistive technology devices, which improve and
maintain the functioning capabilities of individuals with disabilities, are
presented. Participants engage in independent learning activities and receive
information that enables them to gather information about assistive technology
devices, companies, and related services.
EDEX 111 Introduction to Exceptional Persons
3c-0l-3cr
Prerequisite: Department majors and official incoming transfers only
Surveys characteristics, needs, problems, and behavior patterns of any person
who deviates sufficiently from “normal” to be considered exceptional.
Consideration to those who fall intellectually both above and below average and
to those who are handicapped visually, acoustically, behaviorally,
orthopedically, neurologically, or in respect to speech patterns.
EDEX 112 Typical and Atypical Growth and Development
c-0l-3cr
Prerequisites:
EDEX 111,
PSYC 101
Presents foundations of human growth from conception, including basic
embryogenesis, up to but not including adolescence. Considers the biological,
cultural, educational, and parenting influences that shape the child, as well as
selective examples of normal and deviant physical and intellectual development.
EDEX 221 Methods of Teaching Mathematics to Persons with Disabilities
3c-0l-3cr
Prerequisites:
MATH 151,
EDEX 111
Emphasizes recent developments in elementary curriculum and instructional
techniques for developing concepts; implications of recent resource developments
and materials helpful to the prospective special education teacher. Also
emphasizes methods of helping children learn mathematical concepts through
physical activity and on ways to adapt regular classroom materials to meet needs
and abilities of slow and disabled learners.
EDEX 222 Methods of Teaching Reading to Persons with Disabilities
3c-0l-3cr
Prerequisite: Sophomore status or above
Presents basic concepts of developmental reading instruction and systematic
coverage of the methods of teaching reading from readiness stages through eighth
grade. Diagnostic-prescriptive techniques are included.
EDEX 231 Methods of Teaching Content Area Subjects to Persons with Disabilities
3c-0l-3cr
Prerequisites:
EDEX 111, 3.0 GPA
Presents methods for teaching science and social studies to the mentally and/or
physically handicapped. Scope and sequence of content, as well as evaluative
techniques for each content area, are studied. Integration of other content
areas and skill areas is stressed. Also stresses teaching in both resource room
and less restrictive environments.
EDEX 300 Education of Students with Disabilities in Inclusive Elementary Classrooms
2c-0l-2cr
Prerequisites: Early Childhood Education/PreK-Grade 6 and Elementary
Education majors only; to be taken only during the semester of the designated
methods courses
Examines the issues associated with education of students with diverse learning
needs, particularly those with disabilities or who are at risk for school
failure. Emphasizes special education, particularly the legal rights of students
with exceptionalities and their parents, and the responsibilities of educators
in addressing those rights. Examines the differential impact of student
characteristics on elementary-level school performance and instructional methods
proven to be effective in educating students with disabilities and learning
style differences.
EDEX 301 Education of Students with Disabilities in Inclusive Secondary Settings
2c-0l-2cr
Prerequisite: Secondary Education majors and others who will be certified
to teach content from K-12
Recommendation: It is strongly recommended that students take this course
in the same semester as the designated methods course.
Examines the issues associated with education of students with diverse learning
needs, particularly those with disabilities or who are at risk for school
failure. Emphasizes special education, particularly the legal rights of students
with exceptionalities and their parents, and the responsibilities of educators
in addressing those rights. Examines the differential impact of student
characteristics on secondary-level school performance and instructional methods
proven to be effective in educating students with disabilities and learning
style differences.
EDEX 321 Methods of Teaching Language Arts to Persons with Disabilities
3c-0l-3cr
Prerequisites:
EDEX 111,
222, and
SPLP 254, 3.0 GPA
A review of typical and atypical characteristics of the handicapped in
relationship to the language arts. Deals with preparation and execution of units
of instruction in language arts for mentally and/or physically handicapped
persons. Diagnostic and prescriptive approaches are included; integration of
language arts with a highlight on reading is stressed.
EDEX 340 Introduction to Behavior Management in Special Education
3c-0l-3cr
Prerequisites:
EDEX 111,
112,
EDSP 102, 3.0 GPA
An overview of systematic behavioral change techniques for use with students in
a variety of special education settings including integrated, resource,
self-contained, special school, and residential. Emphasizes a case analysis
approach to creating and evaluating behavioral changes for students with mild to
severe disabilities.
EDEX 415 Preschool Education for Children with Disabilities
3c-0l-3cr
Prerequisites: Departmental permission, 3.0 GPA
Provides information on assessment, intervention strategies, curriculum, and
prescriptive planning for preschool children with disabilities. For departmental
majors who are specifically interested in early childhood education, as an
elective for other interested students in related fields, and as a priority
course for Early Childhood Education/PreK-Grade 6 majors.
EDEX 416 Education of Persons with Emotional or Behavioral Disorders
3c-0l-3cr
Prerequisites: Successful completion of
Step 1 of the 3-Step Process
Focuses on major theoretical positions regarding etiology of emotional and
behavioral disorders, definition and identification of the population, and
educational approaches. Reviews research in the field, including current issues,
trends, practices, and services.
EDEX 417 Education of Persons with Mental Retardation or Developmental Disabilities
3c-0l-3cr
Prerequisites: Successful completion of
Step 1 of the 3-Step Process
Focuses on major theoretical positions regarding etiology of mental retardation
and developmental disabilities, including autism. Definition, identification,
and educational approaches are discussed. Reviews research in the field,
including current issues, trends, practices, and services.
EDEX 418 Education of Persons with Physical or Multiple Disabilities
3c-0l-3cr
Prerequisites: Successful completion of
Step 1 of the 3-Step Process
Focuses on major theoretical positions regarding etiology of a wide and diverse
range of physical/multiple disabilities, the definition and identification of
the population, and educational approaches. Reviews research in the field,
including current issues, trends, practices, and services.
EDEX 419 Education of Persons with Brain Injuries or Learning Disabilities
3c-0l-3cr
Prerequisites: Successful completion of
Step 1 of the 3-Step Process
Focuses on major theoretical positions regarding etiology of neurological and
learning disabilities, definition and identification of the population, and
educational approaches. Reviews research in the field, including current issues,
trends, practices, and services.
EDEX 425 Methods and Curriculum (Mild-Moderate Disabilities)
3c-0l-3cr
Prerequisites:
EDEX 221,
222,
231,
321,
340, successful completion of
Step 1 of the 3-Step Process
An in-depth examination of assessment methods, strategies, and curricula.
Emphasizes assessment methods and strategies used in a variety of service models
that serve elementary- and secondary-level students with learning disabilities,
behavioral disorders, mild mental retardation, and high-function autism.
EDEX 435 Methods and Curriculum (Severe-Profound Disabilities)
3c-0l-3cr
Prerequisites:
EDEX 221,
222,
231,
321,
340, successful completion of
Step 1 of the 3-Step Process
Emphasizes methods designed to facilitate the development of an integrated,
functional, and community-based curriculum that prepares students for
participation in a wide variety of postschool environments.
EDEX 440 Ethical and Professional Behavior
1c-0l-1cr
Prerequisites: Departmental permission, successful completion of
Step 1 of the 3-Step Process
Emphasizes ethical and professional behavior for student teachers and
professional employees. Possibilities for and methods of initiating and
profiting from postbaccalaureate study are indicated. Student teachers are
required to complete and present a curriculum book regarding each
student-teaching experience.
EDEX 460 Family Perspectives on Disability
3c-01-3cr
Prerequisite:
PSYC 101
Intended for any major who will work with families and youth with disabilities.
By understanding families as competent and resourceful systems, students will
critically examine ways to collaborate effectively with family members. Focuses
on legal and philosophical bases for supporting families in making important
decisions affecting the education and care of their children.
EDEX 480 Seminar in Special Education
var-1-3cr
Prerequisite: Departmental permission
Interested students may use this course for the pursuit of knowledge regarding
specific concerns of the exceptional which are not ordinarily considered in such
detail during regular classroom instruction. Students wishing to enroll are
expected to submit a written proposal regarding their desire for study at the
time permission for enrollment is sought. With permission, the course may be
repeated for credit.
var-1-3cr
Prerequisite: As appropriate to course content
Offered on an experimental or temporary basis to explore topics not included in
the established curriculum. A given topic may be offered under any special topic
identity no more than three times. Special topics numbered 481 are primarily for
upper-level undergraduate students.
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