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SED 482 Educating Severely Emotionally Impaired and Autistic Students
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Prerequisites:
SED 460
SED 380
SED 381



Overview of Autistic Spectrum disorders, early intervention programs and various program instructional models are explored. Emphasis is on communication skills, (verbal and nonverbal) in teaching language and sensory integration to Autistic and Severely Emotionally Impaired children and adolescence. Language development and social skills are emphasized. Alternative methods of communication are explored-games, activities, physical techniques, recreational experiences to develop social awareness and independence. Technology, prevocational assessment, skills development and transitional planning are emphasized. Behavior management approaches as they relate to the severely emotionally impaired are examined. Collaborative and team approaches are emphasized. Federal and State guidelines and legislation are reviewed.
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