Semester Fifth II: B.S. in Special Education University of Karachi

Major – II: CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN

Course Code: 521

Credit Hours: 03

 

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

The aim of this course is to provide an introduction to curriculum development. Emphasis will be given to recent development associated with the curriculum in different categories of exceptionalities. The course also aims to examine selected principles and procedures of curriculum construction and in particular emphasizes the place of instructional theory in the curriculum.

 

ADVANCE ORGANIZERS

1. Conceptualize the term curriculum
   
2. Describe the various concepts related with curriculum
   
3. Outline the components of curriculum
   
4. Contras between curriculum and instructional models
   
5. Explain how discrete instructional strategies can be integrated into a comprehensive approach to instruction
   
6. Provide practical suggestions for modifying classroom practices to meet the needs of special children
   

 

UNIT – 1:    Introduction

1. Definition and Concept of Curriculum
   
2. Stages of Curriculum Development.
   
   1. Curriculum Planning
      
   2. Curriculum Development
      
   3. Curriculum Implementation
      
   4. Curriculum Evaluation
      
3. Curriculum in Special Education
   
   1. Normal Curriculum
      
   2. Modified Curriculum
      
   3. Developmental Curriculum
      

 

UNIT – 2:    Flexibility Curriculum

1. Approaches and Activities useful in improving Attention and Retention
   
2. Approaches and Activities useful in Improving Visual and Auditory Perception
   
3. Approaches and Activities useful in Improving Motoric Responding and Active Participation
   
4. Approaches and Activities useful in Improving in Acquiring Environmental Knowledge and Skill
   
5. Social Curriculum
   

 

UNIT – 3:    Curricular and Instructional Accommodations at Elementary Level

1. Curricular Considerations
   
   1. Academic Instruction
      
   2. Social Skills
      
   3. Transitional Needs
      
2. Instructional Consideration
   
   1. Enhancing Content Learning Through Listening
      
   2. Modifying Oral Presentations
      
   1. Adapting Reading Tasks
      
      1. Enhancing Written Responding
         
      2. Involving Peers, Cooperative Learning
         
   2. Modifying the Temporal Environment
      
      1. Modifying in Classroom Arrangement
         
      2. Enhancing Motivation
         
      3. Promoting Self-Management
         
      4. Adaptive Instruction
         

 

UNIT – 4:    Curricular and Instructional Accommodations at Secondary Level

1. Secondary School Curricula
   
   1. Special Education Curriculum in Secondary Schools
      

   /determining Curricular Needs of Students
   

2. Programs for Students in Secondary Schools
   
   1. Role of personnel
      
      1. Collaborative Role of the Special Education Teacher
         
      2. Role of the Parent
         
3. Methods for Facilitating Students' in General Education Classes
   
   1. Accommodations
      
   2. Study Skills
      

 

UNIT – 5:    Art, Creativity and Career Education

1. Teaching of Art
   
   1. Basic Materials
      
   2. Developmental Stages
      
   3. Art Activities at the Various Development Stages
      
2. Creativity
   
   1. Basic Concepts
      
   2. Developmental Stages
      
   3. How to Develop Creativity in Special Children
      
3. Music
   
   1. Role of Music in Special Education
      
   2. Activities, Suggestions and Strategies
      
4. Career Education
   
   1. Defining Career Education
      
   2. The Life-Centered Career Education Model
      
   3. Three Stages of Career Education
      
   4. Career Education Curriculum
      

 

Recommended Books

 

1. Marsh, C. and Willis, G (1995)
   Curriculum: Alternative Approaches and ongoing Issues. NewJersy: Merrill Pub. Co. pp. 3–37
   
2. Hewett, F.M. and Forness, S.R. (1984) Education of Exceptional Learners. Boston: Allyn and Bacon, Inc., pp.61 – 108 For Unit – 3 and 4:
   
3. Smith, T.E.C. et.al (1995) Teaching Students with Special Needs in Inclusive Settintgs. Boston: Allyn and Bacon, p. 378–443.
   
4. Luftig, R.L. (1987) Teaching the Mentally Retarded Student: Curriculum Methods, and Strategies. Boston: Allyn and Bacon, p. 443 – 396