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University Catalog 2019-2020 
    
University Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Spanish (Undergraduate)

All Upper Division courses are conducted in Spanish.

  
  • SPAN 4750 - Spanish American Theater


    (3)
    Prerequisite: SPAN 4010. In depth study of selected works of Spanish American theater from 1492 to present.

  
  • SPAN 4830 - Intellectuals and Ideas in Latin America


    (3)
    Prerequisite: SPAN 4130. Exploration of the relationship between Latin American intellectuals and their societies through the study of literary texts, films and other cultural artifacts.

  
  • SPAN 4850 - Southern Cone Fiction


    (3)
    Prerequisite: SPAN 4130. Representative works of Chilean, Argentine and Uruguayan prose fiction.

  
  • SPAN 4990 - Undergraduate Directed Study


    (1-3)
    Prerequisite: Instructor consent to act as sponsor. Project selected in conference with sponsor before registration; progress meetings held regularly, and final report submitted. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units for credit.


Spanish (Graduate)

Classified graduate standing is required for admission to all 500 level courses.

All 4000-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, subject to limits established by the department and approval of the graduate adviser: SPAN 4000, 4001, 4010, 4030, 4080, 4100, 4110, 4130, 4400, 4540, 4590

  
  • SPAN 5000 - Academic Writing in Spanish


    (3)
    Prerequisite: SPAN 4010. Theory and practice of advanced scholarly writing in Spanish. Introduction to discourse analysis and the theory of argumentation; contrastive rhetoric and elements of style; research of electronic databases; and academic style sheets. May be offered in an online or hybrid format.

  
  • SPAN 5010 - Development of Spanish Language


    (3)
    Prerequisite: SPAN 3050. Scientific analysis of written and spoken Spanish from its inception through its current use in the Hispanic world.

  
  • SPAN 5040 - Medieval Literature


    (3)
    Prerequisite: SPAN 4080. Principal Spanish literary works dating from twelfth to sixteenth century; their significance in historical development of various genres; their influence on subsequent literary history. May be offered in a hybrid or online format.

  
  • SPAN 5070 - Literary Theory


    (3)
    Prerequisite: SPAN 4010. Study of contemporary literary theories, Hispanic critical thought and text interpretation.

  
  • SPAN 5100 - Spanish Sociolinguistics


    (3)
    Prerequisite: SPAN 3050. Principles of sociolinguistics and dialectology; sociolinguistic patterns in Hispanic languages; social and geographic language varieties including main features of Spanish in U.S.

  
  • SPAN 5400 - Seminar: Spanish Poetry from Romanticism to the Present


    (3)
    Prerequisite: SPAN 4100. Comprehensive and intensive study of Spanish poetry from the Romantic period to present. The poets and their poetry will be studied in light of literary movements, influence, political and philosophical ideas. May be offered in hybrid or online format.

  
  • SPAN 5450 - Seminar: Contemporary Spanish-American Poetry After Ruben Dario


    (3)
    Prerequisite: SPAN 4130. Intensive study of Spanish American poets after Dario, including Mistral, Storni, Neruda, Vallejo, Guillen, Paz, Borges, and Cardenal. Literary Movements include Latin American posmodernismo, avant guard and post - avant guard.

  
  • SPAN 5750 - Seminar: Hispanic Literature


    (3)
    Prerequisite: As needed for specific topic. Intensive study of significant works of selected period in Spanish or Spanish-American literature. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units as subject matter changes.

  
  • SPAN 5830 - Seminar: Contemporary Hispanic Prose


    (3)
    Prerequisite: As needed for specific topic. Recent Hispanic prose (novel, short story, essay); focus on Spanish or Spanish-American authors in alternate years. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units for credit as subject matter changes.

  
  • SPAN 5960 - Comprehensive Examination


    (0)
    See the Comprehensive Examination in the requirements for the Masters Degree section of this catalog.

  
  • SPAN 5980 - Graduate Directed Study


    (1-3)
    Prerequisite: Instructor consent to act as sponsor. Independent study of advanced topics in field; regular conferences with sponsor. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 units for credit.


Special Education (Undergraduate)

All 4000-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, subject to limits established by the division and approval of the graduate adviser: EDSP 4030, 4070, 4890.

  
  • EDSP 3010 - Individuals with Disabilities in Contemporary Society


    (3)
    Prerequisites: Completion of GE 4 basic subjects and a course each from lower division Blocks B, C and D. Examination of the global status of people with disabilities.  Exploration of the intersectionality among people with disability, personal socio-cultural factors, civil rights, social justice and their influence on equal participation in society.  Participation in community engagement activities that explore the needs of citizens with disabilities. This course requires service learning.
     

    GE UD D (cl) (d) (sl)

  
  • EDSP 4000 - Foundations of Special Education


    (3)
    Legal, historical, and practice-based foundations of special education. Classification systems, characteristics, and individualization of services for students with disabilities and/or gifts and talents. Implications of risk factors for health and development.

  
  • EDSP 4001 - Observations in Urban Classrooms


    (1)
    Co-requisite: EDSP 4000. Observation and problem-solving of issues in urban classrooms, including: classroom management, ongoing assessment and legal/ethical practices of special education teachers. Requires 45 hours of observation in classroom settings.

  
  • EDSP 4010 - Cognitive, Linguistic and Literacy Processes in Individuals with Special Needs


    (3)
    Theories and sequences of cognitive, linguistic, and literacy development Impact of disabilities and culture; informal techniques of assessment of communication skills in students with disabilities and English Learners.

  
  • EDSP 4020 - Assessment and Educational Planning for Students with Disabilities


    (3)
    Pre/co-requisite: EDSP 4001. Principles, procedures, interpretation, communication, and application of formal/informal assessment techniques for individuals with exceptional needs in diverse educational settings. Using assessment data to develop IEPs and select appropriate curriculum.

  
  • EDSP 4030 - Behavior Supports, Social Skills, and Classroom Management


    (3)
    Introduction to principles and application of Positive Behavioral Support and intervention, facilitating appropriate behavior, creating healthy environments, promoting positive social interactions for students with special needs.

  
  • EDSP 4040 - Collaboration, Co-Teaching, and Consultation for Effective Education and Transition Planning


    (3)
    Pre/co-requisite: EDSP 4001. Principles and practices of collaboration, co-teaching, and consultation essential for effective individualized planning for education and life-long transition for students with mild to severe disabilities in diverse educational settings.

     

     

  
  • EDSP 4050 - Instruction to Support Students with Disabilities in Core English/Language Arts Curriculum


    (3)
    Pre/co-requisite: EDSP 4020. Instruction in reading, writing, listening and speaking in English Language Arts across K-12 settings for students with disabilities. Emphasis on instructional methods, access and accommodations in standards-based assessment and curriculum.

  
  • EDSP 4060 - Clinical Practicum in Inclusive Teaching: Mild/Moderate Disabilities


    (3)
    Prerequisites: Formal admission into the ULRN Accelerated Dual Credential option and EDCI 4011 or EDCI 4010 or EDSP 4010 and EDEL 4150 or EDSP 4050. Early clinical practice in teaching students with and without disabilities in an inclusive classroom; unit and lesson planning, instructional delivery, co-teaching, writing instruction, and classroom/behavior management. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4061 - Early Fieldwork in Inclusive Teaching: Mild/Moderate Disabilities


    (4)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 4001, EDSP 4050. Early fieldwork in teaching students with and without disabilities in an inclusive classroom; unit and lesson planning, instructional delivery, co-teaching, writing instruction, and classroom/behavior management. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4062 - Early Fieldwork in Inclusive Teaching: Moderate/Severe Disabilities


    (4)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 4001, EDSP 4050. Early fieldwork in teaching students with and without disabilities in an inclusive classroom; unit and lesson planning, instructional delivery, co-teaching, writing instruction, and classroom/behavior management. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4063 - Early Fieldwork in Teaching: Physical and Health Impairments


    (4)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 4001, EDSP 4050. Early fieldwork in teaching students with physical, health, and multiple disabilities under supervision and guidance of a master teacher and university supervisor. Unit and lesson planning, instructional delivery, co-teaching, writing instruction, and classroom/behavior management. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4064 - Early Fieldwork in Teaching: Visual Impairments


    (4)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 4650, EDSP 4660. Demonstration of competencies necessary to teach students with visual impairments, across the age ranges. Emphasis on conducting specialized assessments and instructional planning. Offered as a community-based, integrated field experience. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4065 - Student Teaching with Master Teacher in Early Intervention (Birth-3)


    (4)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 5150, EDSP 5160, EDSP 4160, EDSP 5140. Demonstration of competencies necessary to teach infants and toddlers with special developmental needs and partner with their families in an assigned setting under the direction of a Master Teacher. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4066 - Student Teaching with a Master Teacher: Orientation and Mobility


    (4)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 4751graded C or better, Instructor consent. Assessment, planning and individualized instruction for diverse learners with visual impairments, including those with additional disabilities. Development/application of instructional materials and strategies for concept development, mobility skills, and spatial awareness.

  
  • EDSP 4071 - Final Directed Student Teaching with a Master Teacher: Mild/Moderate Disabilities


    (9)
    Prerequisites: All courses for preliminary Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Mild/Moderate Disabilities and approval of division chairperson or designee. Demonstration of instructional competencies specified for Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Mild/Moderate Disabilities under supervision and guidance of Master Teacher and University Supervisor. May be repeated for credit. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4072 - Final Directed Student Teaching with a Master Teacher: Moderate/Severe Disabilities


    (9)
    Prerequisite: Approval of division chairperson or designee. Demonstration of instructional competencies specified for Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Moderate/Severe Disabilities under supervision and guidance of Master Teacher and University Supervisor. May be repeated for credit. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4073 - Final Directed Student Teaching with a Master Teacher: Physical and Health Impairments


    (9)
    Prerequisites: All courses for preliminary Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Physical and Health Impairments and approval of division chairperson or designee. Demonstration of instructional competencies specified for Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Physical and Health Impairments under supervision and guidance of Master Teacher and University Supervisor. May be repeated for credit. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4074 - Final Directed Student Teaching with a Master Teacher: Visual Impairments


    (9)
    Prerequisites: All courses for the Preliminary Education Specialist Credential in Visual Impairments and approval of division chairperson or designee. Demonstration of instructional competencies specified for the Education Specialist Credential in Visual Impairments under supervision and guidance of a master teacher and university supervisor. May be repeated once for credit. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4075 - Student Teaching with a Master Teacher in Preschool Special Education


    (6)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 5150, EDSP 5160, EDSP 4160, EDSP 5140. Demonstration of competencies necessary to teach preschool-aged children with special needs and in an assigned setting under the direction of a Master Teacher. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4081 - Early Fieldwork in Approved Teaching Assignment: Mild/Moderate Disabilities


    (4)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 4001, EDSP 4050. Early fieldwork in teaching students with and without disabilities in approved candidate teaching assignment; unit and lesson planning, instructional delivery, co-teaching, writing instruction, and classroom/behavior management. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4082 - Early Fieldwork in Approved Teaching Assignment: Moderate/Severe Disabilities


    (4)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 4001, EDSP 4050. Early fieldwork in teaching students with moderate to severe disabilities under supervision and guidance of university supervisor. Unit and lesson planning, instructional delivery, co-teaching, writing instruction, and classroom/behavior management. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4083 - Early Fieldwork in Approved Teaching Assignment: Physical and Health Impairments


    (4)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 4001, EDSP 4050. Early Fieldwork in teaching students with physical, health, and multiple disabilities under supervision and guidance of university supervisor. Unit and lesson planning, instructional delivery, co-teaching, writing instruction, and classroom/behavior management. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4084 - Early Fieldwork in Approved Teaching Assignment: Visual Impairments


    (4)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 4650, EDSP 4660. Demonstration of competencies necessary to teach students with visual impairments, across the age ranges. Emphasis on conducting specialized assessments and instructional planning. Offered as an integrated field experience. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4085 - Directed Teaching in Approved Teaching Assignment: Early Intervention (Birth-3)


    (4)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 5150, EDSP 5160, EDSP 4160, EDSP 5140. Demonstration of competencies necessary to teach infants and toddlers with special developmental needs and partner with their families in an approved early intervention program as the teacher of record. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4090 - Problems in Special Education


    (1-3)
    Prerequisite: Instructor consent. Investigation and study of unique problems in special education. Specific subject announced in Schedule of Classes. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes.

  
  • EDSP 4091 - Final Directed Teaching in Approved Candidate Teaching Assignment: Mild/Moderate Disabilities


    (9)
    Prerequisites: All courses for preliminary Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Mild/Moderate Disabilities and approval of division chairperson or designee. Demonstration of instructional competencies specified for Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Mild/Moderate Disabilities as teacher of record under supervision and guidance of University Supervisor. May be repeated for credit. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4092 - Final Directed Teaching in Approved Candidate Teaching Assignment: Moderate/Severe Disabilities


    (9)
    Prerequisites: All courses for preliminary Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Moderate/Severe Disabilities and approval of division chairperson or designee. Demonstration of instructional competencies specified for Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Moderate/Severe Disabilities as teacher of record under supervision and guidance of University Supervisor. May be repeated for credit. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4093 - Final Directed Teaching in Approved Candidate Teaching Assignment: Physical and Health Impairments


    (9)
    Prerequisites: All courses for preliminary Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Physical and Health Impairments and approval of division chairperson or designee. Demonstration of instructional competencies specified for Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Physical and Health Impairments under supervision and guidance of University Supervisor. May be repeated for credit. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4094 - Final Directed Teaching in Approved Candidate Teaching Assignment: Visual Impairments


    (9)
    Prerequisites: All courses for the Preliminary Education Specialist Credential in Visual Impairments and approval of division chairperson or designee. Demonstration of instructional competencies specified for the Education Specialist Credential in Visual Impairments as teacher of record under supervision and guidance of university supervisor. May be repeated once for credit. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4095 - Directed Teaching in Approved Candidate Teaching Assignment: Preschool Special Education


    (6)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 5150, EDSP 5160, EDSP 4160, EDSP 5140. Demonstration of competencies necessary to teach preschool-aged children with special needs in an approved classroom setting as the teacher of record. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4141 - Early Childhood Special Education Intervention Lab


    (6)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 4000. Practice with interventions used with young children with special needs. Graded CR/NC

  
  • EDSP 4160 - Working with Families of Young Children with Special Needs


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 4000. Research, issues and practices related to family-professional partnerships benefiting young children with special needs, including cultural self-assessment, family systems, effective communication and collaboration, and the family-centered values of the field.

  
  • EDSP 4252 - Instructional Planning and Delivery for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 4020. Instructional planning and strategies, adaptation of general education curriculum materials, strategic learning, differentiation of instruction. Approaches to collaborative teaching for students with mild/moderate disabilities.

     

     

  
  • EDSP 4253 - Instruction, Assessment, and Curricular Supports in Mathematics, Science and Social Studies for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities


    (3)
    Pre/co-requisites: EDEL 4170, EDSP 4252. Strategy-based instruction, assessment, and curricular supports in K-12 mathematics, science and social studies courses for students with mild/moderate disabilities.

  
  • EDSP 4257 - Tier 2 and Tier 3 Study of Literacy Problems and Specialized Interventions for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDCI 4150 or EDSP 4050. Advanced Tier 2 and Tier 3 study of literacy problems and methods for providing individualized, intensive, specialized literacy instruction to K-12 students with significant difficulties in reading and writing.

  
  • EDSP 4310 - Curriculum and Instructional Methods for Students with Moderate/Severe Disabilities


    (3)
    Pre/co-requisite: EDSP 4020. Assessment and instructional strategies for students with moderate to severe disabilities; writing Individualized Educational Plans (IEP) and lesson plans that align with the Common Core State Standards; making instructional modifications and adaptations;  co-teaching and consultation.

  
  • EDSP 4455 - Fieldwork in Residency: Mild/Moderate Disabilities


    (3)
    Prerequisites: Formal admission into the ULRN Accelerated Dual Credential option and approval of program coordinator. Demonstration of instructional competencies specified for the Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Mild/Moderate Disabilities under supervision and guidance of Mentor Teacher and University Supervisor). May be repeated for credit with Division approval. Required for fall or spring semester.  Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4600 - Implications of Physical and Health Impairments


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 4000. Impact of disability  on psychological and sociological interactions and outcomes; family systems theory; implications of chronic medical conditions;  lifespan development, career preparation/transition, and independent living.

  
  • EDSP 4620 - Understanding Physical, Health, and Multiple Disabilities


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 4000 or equivalent. Understanding physical, health, and multiple disabilities, including neuromotor impairments, traumatic brain injury, degenerative diseases, orthopedic/musculoskeletal disorders, health impairments, major chromosomal anomalies/syndromes, and infectious diseases. Development, treatment, and implications.

  
  • EDSP 4630 - Augmentative and Alternative Communication in Special Education


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 4000. Assessment, design, and implementation of augmentative and alternative communication technologies for persons with complex communication needs. Emphasis on functional communication and development of communicative competence.

  
  • EDSP 4640 - Assessment and Curricular Adaptations for Students with Physical, Health, and Multiple Disabilities


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 4000. Assessment and adaptations for individuals with physical, health, and multiple disabilities.  Accommodations and modifications of academic core curriculum, leisure/arts, and functional curriculum. Assistive technology for access and instructional support.

  
  • EDSP 4650 - Medical Aspects of Visual Impairments


    (2)
    Pre/co-requisite: EDSP 4000 or instructor consent. Anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the eye; principles of optics, low vision devices; components of an eye exam and report; vision screening programs. (Lecture 3 hours).

  
  • EDSP 4650L - Functional Low Vision Assessment


    (1)
    Pre/co-requisite: EDSP 4650. Principles of functional low vision assessment including techniques for administering assessments to infants/toddlers, school-age children, and children with multiple disabilities. Practical applications and implications for educational programming.

  
  • EDSP 4660 - Literary Braille Code for Individuals with Visual Impairments


    (3)
    Pre/co-requisite: EDSP 4000 or instructor consent. Fundamentals of specialized communication  skills for individuals with visual impairments and blindness, including uncontracted and contracted literary braille, slate & stylus, computer braille translation  software, and braille reading.

  
  • EDSP 4690 - Psychological, Sociological, and Vocational Implications of Visual Impairment and Blindness


    (2)
    Psychosocial implications of visual impairment and blindness through the life span including family systems, cultural diversity, adjustment, and guidance. Vocational/transition issues, planning in the blindness system and development of professional advocacy and collaboration skills.

     

  
  • EDSP 4706 - Observation in Orientation and Mobility


    (1)
    Prerequisite: Admission to the Orientation and Mobility Program. Observations in and critical reflections of education and rehabilitation programs in orientation and mobility in general education and specialized settings.  Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 4750 - Basic Travel in Orientation and Mobility for People who are Blind


    (3)
    Prerequisite: Admission to the Orientation and Mobility Program. Principles and techniques of orientation and mobility, including use of long cane, for individuals who are blind in indoor and residential environments. Practical application of techniques during simulated blindfold experiences.

  
  • EDSP 4751 - Advanced Travel and Assistive Technology in Orientation and Mobility for Individuals who are Blind


    (3)
    Co-requisite: EDSP 4750. Principles and techniques of orientation and mobility, including assistive technology, for individuals who are blind in light business and urban environments. Practical application of techniques during simulated blindfold experiences.

  
  • EDSP 4760 - Instructional Strategies, Individualized Programming and Diversity in Orientation and Mobility


    (3)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 4751graded B- or better. Strategies for assessment, planning, instruction and individualized programming in orientation and mobility for diverse learners who are blind and visually impaired. Course taken in conjunction with O&M fieldwork.

  
  • EDSP 4900 - Foundations of Special Education for Secondary Teachers in Urban Schools


    (1)
    Prerequisite: Admission to single subject teaching credential program.  Legal and historical foundations of special education for secondary teachers in urban schools. Classification systems, characteristics, risk factors, and introduction to services for students with disabilities and/or gifts and talents.

  
  • EDSP 4901 - Understanding Learners with Special Needs in Urban Secondary Classrooms


    (1)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 4900. Understanding framework of support for students with disabilities and/or gifts and talents in secondary classrooms. Universal Design for Learning, differentiating instruction, positive behavior support, health factors, and collaboration and co-teaching.

  
  • EDSP 4902 - Supporting Learners with Special Needs in Urban Secondary Classrooms


    (1)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 4901. Demonstrating skills in supporting students with disabilities and/or gifts and talents in secondary classrooms: co-planning and co-teaching with special educators; differentiating instruction and providing accommodations/modifications; high engagement strategies; high-stakes assessments.

  
  • EDSP 4950 - Intern Supervision Seminar


    (2)
    Prerequisite: Admission to Intern program. Seminar and supervised field experience in special education that relate to the candidate’s intended credential authorization, and that provide multiple opportunities to interrelate theories and practices in special education settings. Repeatability (May be repeated to a maximum of 10 units); Graded CR/NC

  
  • EDSP 4990 - Undergraduate Directed Study


    (1-3)
    Prerequisite: Instructor consent to act as sponsor. Project selected in conference with sponsor before registration; progress meetings held regularly; final report submitted. May be repeated for credit.


Special Education (Graduate)

All 4000-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except the following, subject to limits established by the division and approval of the graduate adviser: EDSP 4030, 4070, 4890. Classified graduate standing is required for admission, except that postbaccalaureate students may enroll in 5000-level courses that are required in a credential program.

  
  • EDSP 5000 - Disability in Schools and Society


    (3)
    Historical and contemporary views of disability and their impact on the individual and society. Civil rights legislation and court cases relating to disablity. Models for supporting learners with disabilities in schools. Providing related services, interagency collaboration, and advocacy for lifelong support for individuals with disabilites. 

  
  • EDSP 5020 - Educational Measurements in Special Education


    (3)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 4000, EDSP 4090, basic courses in student’s special field. Interpretation and use of test and other measurements for study of the exceptional child. May not be substituted for the credential requirement of administration of individual psychological tests.

  
  • EDSP 5036 - Fieldwork in Special Education: Orientation & Mobility Internship


    (3)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 4066, 3.0 GPA or better, consent of Division Chair or designee. Supervised internship to teach orientation and mobility to individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Internship is collaboratively supervised by an on-site certified O&M Specialist and University faculty.May be repeated to maximum of 6 units.

  
  • EDSP 5040 - Selected Studies in Special Education


    (2-3)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 4000. Intensive study of designated problems in special education. May be repeated for credit as subject matter changes.

  
  • EDSP 5041 - Fieldwork in Mild/Moderate Disabilities


    (4)
    Prerequisites: Completion of requirements for Preliminary Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Mild/Moderate Disabilities. Supervised fieldwork to complete requirements for Clear Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Mild/Moderate Disabilities, under the direction of a university supervisor. Required for candidates not employed as teacher of record.

  
  • EDSP 5042 - Fieldwork in Moderate/Severe Disabilities


    (4)
    Prerequisites: Completion of requirements for Preliminary Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Moderate/Severe Disabilities. Supervised fieldwork to complete requirements for Clear Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Moderate/Severe Disabilities, under the direction of a university supervisor. Required for candidates not employed as teacher of record.

  
  • EDSP 5043 - Fieldwork in Physical and Health Impairments


    (4)
    Prerequisites: Completion of requirements for Preliminary Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Physical and Health Impairments. Supervised fieldwork to complete requirements for Clear Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Physical and Health Impairments, under the direction of a university supervisor. Required for candidates not employed as teacher of record.

  
  • EDSP 5045 - Field Work in Early Childhood Special Education


    (4)
    Prerequisites: Completion of requirements for Preliminary Education Specialist Credential in Early Childhood Special Education or consent of division chair. Supervised field experience with young children with special needs. May be used to satisfy requirements for Clear Education Specialist Credential in Early Childhood Special Education or for students who do not have the credential. Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 5047 - Fieldwork in Special Education, Autism Spectrum Disorders


    (9)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 4630, EDSP 5886, 3.0 GPA or better, consent of Division Chair or designee. Group and individualized supervised field training supporting individuals with ASD for the added authorization University Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorders..

  
  • EDSP 5048 - Fieldwork in Special Education: Transition


    (4)
    Prerequisites: All courses for Transition Specialist Certificate program and approval of a program coordinator or designee. Supervised group and individual field training in transition services for the University Transition Specialist Certificate. May be repeated for credit with program coordinator’s approval.

  
  • EDSP 5049 - Internship Seminar and Fieldwork in Educational Therapy


    (3)
    Prerequisites: Admission into Educational Therapy Certificate program, EDSP 5203, EDSP 5257, EDSP 5258, and certificate program coordinator approval. Seminar and supervised internship working with individual clients in approved educational therapy settings to develop effective clinical teaching skills, under the supervision of university faculty and site personnel.

  
  • EDSP 5050 - Fieldwork in Residency: Mild/Moderate Disabilities


    (6)
    Prerequisites: Formal admission into special education pathway of Los Angeles Urban Teacher Residency (LAUTR) program and approval of program coordinator. Demonstration of instructional competencies specified for Education Specialist Instruction Credential in Mild/Moderate Disabilities under supervision and guidance of Mentor Teacher and University Supervisor.  Required both fall and spring semesters.  Repeated to a maximum of 12 units.  Graded CR/NC.

  
  • EDSP 5080 - Technology Applications in Special Education


    (3)
    Prerequisites: EDIT 4300, admissions to Level II Credential program or Masters program. Students need to be proficient in and have access to current technology and Internet. Advanced online, web-based seminar in integration of various technologies into curriculum of students with exceptionalities. Examination of relevant research and development of authentic application projects.

  
  • EDSP 5090 - Advanced Methods and Models for Teaching Special Populations in General Education


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 4000 or equivalent. Advanced methodology and models designed to make possible the social and academic inclusion of students identified with disabilities or as gifted/talented in the general education classroom.

  
  • EDSP 5095 - Seminar: Assessment of Induction Plan


    (3)
    Prerequisite: A valid California Education Specialist Preliminary  Credential. This course should be taken the final term of the Clear Credential Program. Final assessment  of individualized induction plan by candidate, university supervisor, and district support provider. Induction plan is designed for the support and professional development of the beginning special educator. CR/NC

  
  • EDSP 5096 - Development of Induction Plan

    (also listed as EDCI 5096)
    (3)
    Prerequisite: A valid California Multiple Subject, Single Subject or Education Specialist Preliminary Credential. This course will be taken in Semester 1, 2 and 3 of the two-year Clear Credential Program. Faculty, mentor, and candidate engage in the development of the individual learning plan. May be repeated to a maximum of 9 units.

  
  • EDSP 5097 - Assessment of Induction

    (also listed as EDCI 5097)
    (3)
    Prerequisite: A valid California Multiple Subject, Single Subject or Education Specialist Preliminary Credential. This course should be taken in the fourth semester of the Clear Credential Program. Final assessment of the individualized learning plan to be completed by the candidate, Faculty, and Mentor. The Induction Program is designed for the support and professional development of the beginning educator.

  
  • EDSP 5140 - Assessment and Evaluation in Early Childhood Special Education


    (3)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 4000, EDSP 4010. Assessment for educational planning and progress monitoring of young children with special needs using a range of contemporary tools, including standardized, team-based, authentic, and play-based approaches.

  
  • EDSP 5150 - Interventions for Infants and Young Children with Special Needs


    (3)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 4000, EDSP 4010. Co-requisite for ECSE credential students: EDSP 5151. Evidence-based and recommended practices for planning and implementing interventions for infants and young children with special needs.

  
  • EDSP 5160 - Medical and Behavioral Characteristics of Young Infants with Special Needs


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 4000. Characteristics of the high-risk infant in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and after hospital discharge; characteristics of infants with identified disabilities; assessment and intervention strategies.

  
  • EDSP 5170 - Advanced Issues in Early Childhood Special Education


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 5150. Current research and practices related to program development, intervention methods and parent-professional relationships in early childhood special education.

  
  • EDSP 5180 - Evidence-Based Practices in Literacy and Curriculum for Young Children with Disabilities


    (3)
    Prerequisites: EDSP 4000 , EDSP 4010 , EDSP 4141  Examination of research and evidence-based practices supporting a sound foundation for literacy and other curriculum content areas for young children with disabilities and those at risk for reading problems.

  
  • EDSP 5203 - Assessment in Educational Therapy


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 5258. Assessment skills used by educational therapists when evaluating clients with learning difficulties. Formal and informal assessments, interpreting test data from various sources, writing client reports, and guiding families through assessment process.

  
  • EDSP 5254 - Educating Individuals with Emotional/Behavioral Disorders


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 4310 or EDSP 4252 or instructor consent. Etiology, characteristics, instructional impact, and support of students with emotional/behavioral disorders (EBD). Emphasis is placed on issues of identification, assessment, educational planning, and positive behavioral support.

  
  • EDSP 5255 - Advanced Methods in Mild/Moderate Disabilities


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 4252. Advanced methods for identification and instruction of individuals with mild to moderate disabilities, including specific learning disabilities, mental retardation, and behavior disorders; current issues, emerging trends, transition to adulthood.

  
  • EDSP 5256 - Research in Mild/Moderate Disabilities


    (3)
    Pre/co-requisite: EDSP 5800. Intensive investigation of several research bases concerning topics relevant to the education of mild to moderate disabilities.

  
  • EDSP 5257 - Advanced Study of Literacy Problems and Specialized Interventions for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 4050. Advanced study of literacy problems and methods for providing individualized, intensive, specialized literacy instruction to K-12 students with significant difficulties in reading and writing, across service delivery settings.

  
  • EDSP 5258 - Principles and Practices of Educational Therapy


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 5257. Definition, role, ethical practices, and professional responsibilities of educational therapy. Working with clients with learning difficulties from an educational therapy perspective, including intake, assessment, goal setting, intervention strategies, case management.

  
  • EDSP 5310 - Building Social Competencies of Students with Moderate/Severe Disabilities


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 4030. Building social skills of students with moderate/severe disabilities including emotional disturbance. Focus on behavior and communication issues, sex education, friendships and support networks, self-determination, and social skills.

  
  • EDSP 5370 - Teacher Created Assessments for Students with Moderate/Severe Disabilities


    (3)
    Prerequisite: EDSP 4000 or permission of instructor. Review assessment strategies, develop teacher created assessment tools to gather information, and write appropriate Individualized Educational Plan (IEP) and individualized transition plans (ITP) for students with moderate/severe disabilities.

 

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