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PSYC 312 - Psychology of Exceptional Children (4)


Study of exceptional children, including those with intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, attention deficit hyperactivity disorders, speech and communication disorders, physical and health impairments, visual and hearing impairments, autism, emotional/behavioral disorders, and special gifts and talents. Discussion includes general characteristics as well as individual variation. This course is focused on understanding differences rather than adhering to the medical paradigm of deficiency. Recommended for teacher licensure students. Prerequisites: PSYC 100, 201. Recommended prerequisite: PSYC 214 or 319. See department chair.