Special Education

 

Course (3 credits/ course) Description
Critical Literature Review in Special Education The module is offered to strengthen analytical skills of candidates and develop their background knowledge in being able to undertake a critical examination of current literature in the area of special education. Candidates will develop competence in literature review techniques and in preparing writing suitable for publication. An examination of the philosophical under-pinning of research in one selected area of special education will be undertaken in order to identify methodologies, pedagogy and ethical issues related to the topic.
Evaluating Effective Special Education Support This module will enable the candidate to undertake an evaluative project based on the findings from the Asia-Pacific and international investigations. One identified practice for supporting students with special educational needs will be selected for trialing in the Asia-Pacific context. Candidates will be expected to critically reflect upon the application of the support module as seen internationally and undertake a detailed evaluation and analysis of its implication locally.
International Perspectives in Special Education This module aims to enable the candidate to engage in a detailed investigation through study into special education needs in at least one international jurisdiction. It enables the candidate to critically reflect upon major issues relating to the international development of special education and localised practices in providing support. The focus will be to identify policies and practices within one region and evaluate the range of models being employed to support students with special educational needs. It is envisaged that whenever possible this will involve a study tour to visit the country(ies).
Policies & Practices in Special Education This module aims to enable the candidate to engage in a small-scale investigative research project through advanced study into one aspect of special educational needs in the Asia-Pacific region. It provides an opportunity to critically reflect upon major issues relating to the development of a coherent and flexible understanding of special education and intervention options. The focus is on exploring existing policies and practices within the region and on the identification of existing models being employed to support students with special educational needs.