EDU 2210 002 - FOUNDATIONS IN SPECIAL EDUCATION

Meet The Professor

My name is Suzanne Skinner and I grew up with a love for children. I graduated with a degree in Elementary Education from the University of South Alabama as well as a Masters of Education from Southeastern University. Currently, I'm in the Doctorate Program here at Florida Southern College working towards a Doctorate in Educational Leadership. I am a 4th grade instructor at The Roberts Academy at Florida Southern which is a transitional school for children with Dyslexia. While teaching and in school, I am in the process of gaining my associate level of certification in Orton Gillingham and continue to receive training in this methodology that is committed to providing multi-sensory instruction that dramatically increases the literacy skills of children. During the summer months when not teaching, one of my greatest joys is traveling and going overseas to Romania to work with the Gypsy children. When not studying, which is rare these days, I enjoy spending time with my family, friends and fur baby Oliver.

 

This Course's Learning Outcomes

At the completion of this course the pre-service teacher will be able to:

  • Distinguish between English Language Learners (ELLs), ELLs who are gifted, and ELLs who have special education needs, as demonstrated by completion of a poster created collaboratively in cooperative learning groups.
  • Describe the nature and needs of gifted students as demonstrated through poster creation by cooperative learning group and class presentation.
  • Demonstrate research skills through comparison and contrast of recommended websites with information for parents, teachers and students with disabilities.
  • Identify appropriate teaching strategies and methods of accommodating and modifying curriculum for students with various disabilities as well as children who are gifted through creation of learning activities and written lesson plans.

Academic Honesty Policy

As an academic community, Florida Southern College is firmly committed to honor and integrity in the pursuit of knowledge.  Therefore, as a member of this academic community, each student acknowledges responsibility for his or her actions and commits to the highest standards of integrity.  In doing so through this Honor Code, each student makes a covenant with the college not to engage in any form of academic dishonesty, fraud, cheating, or theft.  Further information on the Honor Code is available in the current Catalog. 

 

Faculty members may provide additional information about academic dishonesty or penalties.

Disability Statement

Florida Southern College and Student Disability Services promote universal design practices in facilities, communication, and instruction.  If you wish to document a disability and apply for academic accommodations, please contact Student Disability Services in the Rogers Building, Room 120.  You may also call the office at (863) 680-4197 or e-mail mpospichal@flsouthern.edu with any questions or concerns. 

If you anticipate or experience any barriers to learning based on disability, please let Student Disability Services know so solutions can be explored.

For more information on disability accommodations and access, please visit our website at http://www.flsouthern.edu/campus-resources/student-disability-services.aspx

Documents You'll Need

Engaged Learning Statement

Engaged learning is an approach to teaching and learning in which students are responsible for developing the skills, attitudes, and knowledge necessary for success in life.  The role of the professor is to empower students to achieve these outcomes.  The engaged learning method of teaching encourages learners to conduct meaningful inquiry, reflect, think critically, and develop learning strategies for dealing with real-world challenges.  Engaged learning may take place in a variety of settings using approaches varying in complexity and tailored to diverse student learning styles. 

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