In this course learners will study characteristics of exceptionalities in young children and their behavioral implication within inclusive environments. Understanding of the developmental and learning implications of developmental delays and of specific exceptionalities and health related issues will be the basis for learning specialized techniques and strategies that facilitate development and learning. Communication abilities of the child and ways of enhancing communication will be studied. The students will learn to plan, implement and evaluate an inclusive and developmentally appropriate Indigenous program that meets the observed needs of children who require additional support.
