This course examines the changing paradigms of service delivery in early intervention and special education for young children with special needs and their families. Inclusive models of service delivery are explored including collaborative and consultative models currently in use in infant development programs, group child care centres, family day care homes and early primary classrooms. Students consider educational change processes, consultation skills, public policy, interdisciplinary team collaborations, and teaching strategies in inclusive classrooms. Lect: 3 hrs. Prerequisite: CLD 342 Course Weight: 1.00 Billing Units: 1
