SPE416 Instructional Planning and Instruction for Inclusive Education II

This advanced course expands on the planning and implementing of inclusive curricula and instruction as related to the general education curriculum and legal requirements. Emphasis will be placed on developing lessons and integrated thematic units across general education content areas and the Illinois Learning Standards, (e.g., science, social studies, mathematics, and language arts) from a Universal Design for Learning (UDL) perspective and incorporating IEP objectives/benchmarks. Topics include differentiated instruction, accommodations and modifications, and Understanding by Design. Prerequisite(s): Admission to NCE and the Special Education Undergrad Program; SPE300 or equivalent, SPE415. Co-prerequisite(s): None. 4 quarter hours