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General Information
Credits: 3
Description: Covers theories and specific conditions in mental retardation, and provides advanced study of persons with mental retardation, ranging in age from preschool to adult. Topics include historical development of the field of mental retardation; theoretical models of mental retardation; etiological factors; characteristics; models of assessment and intervention, including technological advances; and issues and trends, including legislation and litigation. Includes the study of the impact of mental retardation on academic and social and emotional performances. Field experience required.
Schedule Type: LEC
Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0
Current Sections
This course is not offered this semester.