Visual Impairments License Endorsement (K-12)
The Visual Impairments specialization covers a range of topics such as the Unified English Braille code, Assistive Technology for Students with Visual Impairments, and the Expanded Core Curriculum. Candidates learn how to support their students in developing social skills, succeeding academically, and more.
Teacher Education Core (3 credit hours)
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SP ED 5021 |
Principles of Assessment and Data-Based Decision Making |
3 | Fall, Spring, Summer |
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SP ED 5022 |
Principles of Instruction & Behavior Support |
3 | Fall, Spring, Summer |
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SP ED 5040 |
Legal & Policy Foundations of Special Education |
3 | Spring, Summer |
Specialization in Visual Impairments (K-12) (30-32 credit hours)
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SP ED 5410 |
Introduction to Visual Impairments Pre-requisite for ALL VI Specialization Courses |
1 | Summer |
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SP ED 5420 |
Social and Psychological Implications of Visual Impairments |
2 | Summer |
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SP ED 5435 |
Early Literacy for Young Children with Visual Impairments |
2 |
Fall (offered even years) |
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SP ED 5441 |
Literary Braille Codes |
3 | Fall |
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SP ED 5442 |
Advanced Braille Codes and Abacus Instruction Pre-requisite SP ED 5441 |
3 | Spring |
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SP ED 5460 |
Introduction to Orientation and Mobility |
2 | Summer |
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SP ED 5470 |
Instructional Management for Students with Visual Impairments Pre-requisites SP ED 5410, 5420, 5430, 5441, 5443, 5450, 5460 |
3 | Spring |
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SP ED 5495 |
Understanding the Brain CVI and TVI |
2 |
Fall (offered odd years) |
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SP ED 5480 |
Assistive Technology for Students with Visual Impairments Pre-requisites SP ED 5410, 5441, 5442 |
3 | Summer |
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SP ED 5500 |
Student Teaching: Students with Visual Impairments (5-21) Students completing initial licensure register for 7 credits; students currently holding
a Utah |
5-7 | Fall, Spring |
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Taken Concurrently |
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SP ED 5430 |
Ocular Disorders and Examination Techniques |
2 | Fall |
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SP ED 5432 |
Educational Implications for Individuals with Low Vision |
2 | Fall |
