Special Education 309 - Strategies for the Inclusive Environment. This course is requiredof all teacher candidates. The course provides prospective teachers an overview of special education and the federal requirements that govern the educational process. The course is designed to prepare teacher candidates to meet the diverse needs of all learners in inclusive general education environments. Emphasis is placed on the identification of the individual needs of special education students and the development of effective instructional strategies/teaching techniques to address those needs. Topics include: parent and community involvement, social and multicultural issues, and classroom management techniques. A 25-hour field placement is required.  [ Guidelines in MS Word Format ]