EDU 229 DHH: Programming for Children and Families
This one-week course is designed to increase educators' knowledge about how to work with families who have a child with special needs, with emphasis on families who have a child with a hearing loss. Educators will demonstrate their knowledge and skills in supporting the grieving process through use of specific counseling techniques within an educational role. Student practicum will involve presenting parent classes containing best instructional practices as identified through current research methods via lecture/workshop to educate, facilitate parent discussions, and practice intervention strategies parents can utilize at home with their young children with hearing loss. The parent class will consist of a prepared presentation, related video demonstrations, and succinct handouts. The practicum will also include participation and observation in parent support groups; parent guest speakers; parent mentors; students' written reflections about families' experiences; an understanding of the role of the teacher in perceiving and understanding these issues, working collaboratively with families and issues relating to diversity. The JTC supervision is now a CR/NC course.
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EDU