Introduction to Invisible Disabilities in the General Education Classroom - EDU-X774L
Course Description
Support, Modify, Accommodate for Students with Hidden Disabilities
In the current general education classroom, there are countless invisible disabilities present. An invisible disability is a disability that may not be immediately apparent, yet they significantly impact a student’s academic, social, and emotional learning. Some of the more common invisible disabilities in the general education classroom include ADHD, dyslexia, and autism. Special education teachers have extensive training on how to support this population in the classroom, but there is a lack of professional development for the mainstream teachers ad classroom. This course seeks to be an introduction that will provide resources and support to general education teachers in the K-12 setting who encounter invisible disabilities in the classroom.
Learner Outcomes
- Identify the variety of learning differences (ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism) presented in their classroom or workplace
- Explain how each learning difference impacts academics, social, and emotional factors
- Differentiate for invisible disabilities in the classroom or workplace
- Generate lessons that are inclusive of all invisible disabilities
- Integrate relevant research-based technology to supplement lessons to better meet the needs of different learners
Course Details
Number of Units: 3.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours
Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education for K-12 educators interested in learning how to better support and accommodate student learning for those with invisible disabilities in the general education classroom.
Course Materials: None
Applies Towards the Following Certificate(s), Professional Programs and Series
- Professional Teachers Program Series : Courses - Enroll in One or More
Online Self-Paced courses are a perfect blend of accessibility, convenience and flexibility for you to control your learning pace. You will use course textbooks, manuals, assignments and exams to learn and earn credit. Depending on the course, you may also use streaming audio and video, CD-ROM, and download embedded materials through the Internet. Communication with your instructor will take place through your course site online. Your instructor will provide feedback via written responses on your assignments and exams. Grades are based on completed projects, assignments and exams. You can register at any time and you will have six months from the time of registration to complete your course.