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SPED 117
The Culture of Disability

Credit: 3 hours.
This course satisfies the General Education Criteria for a
Hist&Philosoph Perspect course.
The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to the culture of disability across the lifespan. The impact of disabilities on an individual across the lifespan will be explored, and the unique culture that is created by having a disability will be addressed. The historical basis for the disability movement and special education will be addressed, including legislation and litigation that has had a significant impact on the field. Students also will learn about the characteristics of individuals with diverse abilities as well as current trends in educational services.
 
Section Information
CRNTypeSectionTimeDaysLocationInstructor
32672  lecture- discussion  A 12:00 PM - 01:20 PM TR  room 62
Krannert Art Museum 		Light Shriner, C 
Hist&Philosoph Perspect course.

51681  lecture- discussion  B 02:00 PM - 03:20 PM TR  room 62
Krannert Art Museum 		Light Shriner, C 
Hist&Philosoph Perspect course.

32675  lecture- discussion  D 11:30 AM - 12:50 PM MW  room 385
Education Bldg 		Gaffney, J 
Discovery, and Hist&Philosoph Perspect course.
While disability knows no boundaries, cultures vary in the opportunities they provide for all persons and the status of disability rights. In this course, students are introduced to the culture of disability and real issues related to the inclusion of persons with disabilities across the lifespan in any aspect of society (e.g., social, political, educational, recreational, health, employment). Students learn about the experiences and challenges of persons with special needs (ages infants through adults) often from the individuals themselves, family members, or professionals in the field. Students are challenged to expand their conceptualization of diversity and increase their awareness of attitudes, actions, and environments that include and exclude persons with different cognitive, physical, and mental abilities and disabilities. First year Discovery Program course. Registration restricted to freshman. Students should only enroll in one Discovery course.