EDU 239A DHH: Curricula for Learners 5-22

This course builds on students' knowledge of curriculum theories and strategies in the general education setting and their application to children and youth from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds who have hearing losses. Topics address learning theory and pedagogical knowledge for the purpose of helping children with hearing losses achieve standards in core areas of the curriculum, including language arts mathematics, social studies and science. Transition planning and resources for older children/youth is discussed. The course will focus on ways of supporting parents, general education teachers, paraprofessionals and other team members, including how to use community resources and technology to promote the development of children's learning and thinking.