University of Puerto Rico in Aguadilla
Department of Education
EDES 4006: Seminar on Nature and Needs of the Educating Exceptional
The nature and needs of the exceptional student seminar is a course of
introductory nature aimed at relating the student with the disabled population and the
services that exist for this population. They will become familiar with the legal bases and
rights of this population. Through the course the student will learn about the services and
special education programs. You will be able to become familiar with classification systems and
diagnosis.
Classwork:
Important Figures of Special Education
This document was written to explore the important figures of Special Education. This paperwork contains the biography of each person and what input they provided for the special needs education system.
Rosa L. Vélez Case
This work contains a written essay that explains the Rosa L. Vélez Case on the Island of Puerto Rico. This document provides information on how the education system in Puerto Rico was impacted by the case of Rosa Vélez, but how thanks to her many students with disabilities in PR are provided with a just education.
Reflection:
In this course, I gained a deeper understanding of how to support diverse learners in inclusive classrooms. One important part of the course was learning about the Rosa L. Vélez case, which highlighted the importance of advocating for students' rights and ensuring they receive the services and support they are legally entitled to. This case helped me see the real-life impact of educational policies and reminded me of the responsibility teachers have to create equitable learning environments for all students.