EDF4201

Child development 4 - exceptional children

(EDU)

Ms K Margetts

6 points + 2 hours per week + First semester + Peninsula + Prerequisites: EDF2201, EDF2202 or EDP1104, EDP2105

Synopsis: Topics include an overview of the causes of exceptionality; meeting the needs of children with sensory impairment, behavioural and emotional difficulties, intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities and giftedness; and the goals of their parents. Issues in integration and the impact of exceptional children on families. Skills for meeting the needs of exceptional children and their families. Legislation, resource agencies and support services.

Assessment: Written assignment (1200-1500 words): 30% + Fieldwork task: 30% + Examination: 40%