About the course
This course is designed to equip educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to support students with intellectual disabilities in special education settings. Participants will learn about the fundamentals of special education, the main types of disabilities, and practical strategies for teaching and assisting students with intellectual disabilities. The course emphasizes individualized education plans (IEPs), classroom management, and instructional strategies tailored to meet the unique needs of each student. By the end of the course, participants will be prepared to create inclusive and supportive learning environments that foster the academic and personal growth of students with intellectual disabilities.
What will you learn?
By the end of this course, participants will:
Understand the fundamentals of special education: Gain knowledge of the legal framework, types of disabilities, and the principles of individualized education plans (IEPs).
Develop practical teaching strategies: Learn instructional techniques, classroom management skills, and lesson planning methods tailored for students with intellectual disabilities.
Create inclusive learning environments: Apply assessment techniques, intervention strategies, and curriculum adaptations to support the diverse needs of students with intellectual disabilities.
Course Content
This course is designed to equip educators with the knowledge and skills necessary to support students with intellectual disabilities in special education settings.
Morning Session
- Welcome and Networking Activities
- Individual Orientation and Information About the Venue and City
- Essential Information About Special Education: Facts and Overview
Afternoon Session
- Introduction to the Concept of Special Education
• Group Activity: Icebreaker and Discussion on Participants’ Expectations
Morning Session
- Various Categories of Disability: Intellectual, Physical, Social, and Emotional
- The Education of All Handicapped Children Act (IDEA): Legal Implications and Responsibilities
Afternoon Session
- Group Activity: Case Studies on Identifying and Supporting Students with Disabilities
• Reflective Discussion: Challenges in Special Education and Inclusive Practices
Morning Session
- Child Development: Understanding the Unique Needs of Students with Intellectual Disabilities
- Classroom Management Strategies for Students with Intellectual Disabilities
Afternoon Session
- Hands-On Activity: Designing a Classroom Management Plan
• Group Discussion: Best Practices for Creating a Supportive Classroom Environment
Morning Session
- Instructional Strategies for Students with Intellectual Disabilities
- Teaching Students with Mild to Moderate Intellectual Disabilities
Afternoon Session
- Lesson Planning and Development: Adapting Curriculum for Special Needs
• Group Activity: Creating a Sample Lesson Plan for Students with Intellectual Disabilities
Morning Session
- Understanding and Developing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
- Becoming a Special Education Teacher: Roles, Responsibilities, and Challenges
Afternoon Session
- Reflecting on the Course: Key Takeaways and Lessons Learned
• Course Evaluation and Certificate Distribution
