Program Overview

Program Overview

The INCLUSION program is designed to provide educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to work with students with special needs in general education classrooms. The program aims to help teachers understand the concepts and terms related to educating students in inclusive classrooms.

Program Details

• Instructor: Karen Lea, Ph.D.
• Grading Method: Letter (Letter)
• Credits: 2
• Department: EDUC (2000)
• Academic Level: K-12 Professionals
• Start/End Dates: 01/12/2026 - 05/08/2026
• Register By: 04/17/2026
• Term: Spring 2026
• Location: Online
• Instruction Mode: Internet Asynchronous (online class)
• Cost: $250

Meeting Pattern

The program follows an online asynchronous instruction mode, allowing students to complete coursework at their own pace.

Description

The program focuses on the continuum of placements schools can use in providing special education and related services to students with disabilities. Students will learn to identify and describe the roles and responsibilities of special and general educators in providing special education services, as well as classroom management strategies to work with these students in the least restrictive environment.

Syllabus, Objectives, and Outcomes

Syllabus

The syllabus for the program is available for review, and students must complete and submit the course by May 8, 2026.

Objectives

Students will be able to:

• Explain federal law and regulations and how these affect educators.
• Correctly use key terms when communicating with a special education team and guardians.
• Use Response to Intervention at an initial level.
• Identify characteristics of special needs students.
• Apply strategies for effective teaching, including classroom management.
• Choose appropriate instructional and assessment accommodations and modifications.

Materials

Course materials are available online as part of the course, including the title "Inclusion: Working with Students with Special Needs in General Education Classrooms" by Dr. Karen Lea.

Testimonials

Students who have completed the program have provided positive feedback, stating that the course was challenging but worthwhile, and that it provided valuable information and resources for working with students with special needs.