Thematically-related Cluster: Educating the Non-Traditional K-12 Student
A cluster is comprised of six three-credit courses that are thematically related. Below is a listing of some SPD courses that fit into this cluster. This is just a sample; other courses may also be used.
| Course | Title |
| CEZ 545 | Intro to Autism Spectrum Disorders |
| CEZ 546 | Behavior Intervention for Students with Autism and Related Developmental Disorders |
| CEF 545 | Co-Teaching for Inclusion Using the PACT Co-Teaching/Inclusion Model (no prereqs) |
| CEF 547 | Principles and Practices of Special Education |
| CEF 558 | Classroom Management Strategies and Reflective Practices for K-12 Teachers |
| CEF 560 | Differentiated Instruction |
| CEA 529 | Music and the Brain |
| CEE 511 | The Home-School Relationship in Education |
| CEF 550 | Special Education: IEP & Beyond |
| CEE 559 | Cooperative Learning Classroom Structures |
| CEF 524 | Authentic Assessment and Portfolios |
| CEF 554 | Teachers as Leaders and Change Agents |
| CEF 541 | Curriculum Development |