SPED 2630L 08: Ind Excep Soc Lab Exp

SPED 2630L - Individuals with Exceptionalities in Society Laboratory Experience

Fall 2026 Syllabus, Section 08, CRN 41632,

Credit hours: 0

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Instructor

Dr. Gary Jacobs

Professional Qualifications:
Ph. D., Special Education and Applied Behavioral Analysis, The Ohio State University
Master’s, Management, Antioch University
Bachelor’s, Elementary (1-8) and Special Education (K-12) Specific Learning Disabilities and Emotional Behavioral Disorders, Kent State University

Principal Lecturer - Accreditation and Special Education Coordinator

Email: drgdj1998@gmail.com

Office: Beeghly Hall; 2407

Office Phone: 330-941-3255

Additional Contact Methods:
In Person Tuesday and Thursday before and after class and office hours. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday meet online or message through Blackboard or Email.

Preferred Contact Method: Email and Office Phone, IN-person, and BB Messenger

Communication Expectations:
Please respond quickly as is possible to emails and messages and I will do the same.
Please allow 24 hours for a response to your email. Include the course in the subject line. If you do not receive an email within 24-48 hours, please email again or call.

How to Refer to me:
Dr. Jacobs or Dr. Gary Jacobs

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Public Instructor Information

Instructor Title: Principal Lecturer
Instructor Professional Qualifications:

Ph. D., Special Education and Applied Behavioral Analysis, The Ohio State University
Master’s, Management, Antioch University
Bachelor’s, Elementary (1-8) and Special Education (K-12) Specific Learning Disabilities and Emotional Behavioral Disorders, Kent State University
Instructor Office Location: Beeghly Hall; 2407
Instructor Office Phone: 330-941-3255

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Course Description

2630L. Individuals with Exceptionalities in Society Laboratory Experience. Laboratory experience for creating effective classroom environments for learners with special needs. Integrating the use technology to positively impact learning. Exercises designed to assist the student in better understanding the needs of all learners. Coreq: SPED 2630. 0 s.h.

Course Readings

Group Title Author ISBN
Optional No Course Readings

NO Readings - Since this is a simulation lab student complete the task at each of the 12 simulations related to specific exceptionality populations.

The course readings are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, research developments, current events, and/or to ensure better learning.  

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How to Succeed in This Course

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Attendance Expectations

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Late Work Submission Policy

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Additional Course Expectations

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Artificial Intelligence Policy Statement

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Grading and Grading Scale

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Schedule of Topics and Assignments

Day Date Reading(s) Proposed Topic Due/To Prepare for Class
Wed 8/26 Readings specific to an exceptionality area are in simulation(s) in lab
Readings specific to an exceptionality area are in simulation(s) in lab
Candidates choose a lab station or stations for exceptionality of their choice each week until all 12 simulations are completed.
Candidates choose a lab station or stations for exceptionality of their choice each week until all 12 simulations are completed.
Complete 2 to 3 simulations and submit to BB during lab session
Complete 2 to 3 simulations and submit to BB during lab session
Wed 9/2 Readings specific to an exceptionality area are in simulation(s) in lab Candidates choose a lab station or stations for exceptionality of their choice each week until all 12 simulations are completed. Complete 2 to 3 simulations and submit to BB during lab session
Wed 9/9 Readings specific to an exceptionality area are in simulation(s) in lab Candidates choose a lab station or stations for exceptionality of their choice each week until all 12 simulations are completed. Complete 2 to 3 simulations and submit to BB during lab session
Wed 9/16 Readings specific to an exceptionality area are in simulation(s) in lab Candidates choose a lab station or stations for exceptionality of their choice each week until all 12 simulations are completed. Complete 2 to 3 simulations and submit to BB during lab session
Wed 9/23 Readings specific to an exceptionality area are in simulation(s) in lab Candidates choose a lab station or stations for exceptionality of their choice each week until all 12 simulations are completed. Complete 2 to 3 simulations and submit to BB during lab session
Wed 9/30 Readings specific to an exceptionality area are in simulation(s) in lab Candidates choose a lab station or stations for exceptionality of their choice each week until all 12 simulations are completed. Complete 2 to 3 simulations and submit to BB during lab session
Wed 10/7 Readings specific to an exceptionality area are in simulation(s) in lab Candidates choose a lab station or stations for exceptionality of their choice each week until all 12 simulations are completed. Complete 2 to 3 simulations and submit to BB during lab session
Wed 10/14 No lab session from this point on in the semester

The course schedule, policies, procedures, and assignments in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances, by mutual agreement, and/or to ensure better learning.