EDUC 367 - Adv Teach Methods LD & EBD

(3cr) This course provides students with advanced instructional strategies and evidence-based practices for effectively teaching students with learning disabilities (LD) and emotional/behavioral disabilities (EBD) across K-12 settings. Emphasis is placed on individualized data-driven instruction, behavior intervention planning, strategic instruction and inclusive practices that promote academic achievement and social-emotional development.

Students will explore the characteristics and educational impacts of LD and EBD, with a focus on designing and implementing interventions in reading, writing, mathematics, and executive functioning. The course also addresses proactive classroom management, trauma-informed care, and strategies for fostering positive behavior supports (PBIS) and self-regulation.

Practical application is a key component of the courser. Students will engage in lesson planning, simulated teaching, functional behavior assessments (FBA), and the development of individualized behavior intervention plans (BIPs) grounded in research and real-world case studies.