THE DISABILITY EXPERIENCE

RP&SE 715

Analysis of historical and contemporary trends and issues pertaining to persons with significant disabilities (i.e., significant intellectual disability, multiple disabilities, and autism spectrum disorder) across the lifespan. Topics include: an overview of the field of significant disabilities, historical trends, and current directions in curriculum design for students with significant disabilities, and valued outcomes for persons with significant disabilities.

RP&SE 300

Designed to expand the knowledge base of future educators, clinicians, and society members to better understand and serve the diverse needs and interests of individuals with disabilities. Introduces the concept of disability as well as the field of special education. The history, etiology, and characteristics of specific categories of disability are examined, as are educational and other federally mandated programs designed to address the needs of both children and adults with disabilities. Topics germane to the study of disability and the field of special education are explored.

RP&SE 360

Explore the historical, contextual, and societal factors that shape an individual's navigation of the world with disability, including identity development and individual understandings of impairment, inaccessibility, community participation, and disability activism and culture. Gain knowledge about disability history, current issues in disability communities, and local and national disability groups that support community connection and activism.

RP&SE 100

Provides introductory and interdisciplinary life-span perspectives on disability, relevant for both education and non-education majors. Introduces theoretical, cultural, and political models of disability and explores the lived experiences of persons with disabilities (or people who are perceived to have disabilities) in society.

RP&SE 505

Provides an overview of disabilities with an emphasis on biological, psycho-social, and vocational aspects.