Hiroshima University Syllabus

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Japanese
Academic Year 2026Year School/Graduate School Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences (Master's Course) Division of Educational Sciences Educational Design for Teacher Educators Program
Lecture Code WNB72550 Subject Classification Specialized Education
Subject Name 発達障害指導法特論
Subject Name
(Katakana)
 
Subject Name in
English
Further Study in Teaching Methods for Children with Developmental Disorders
Instructor NAGASE KAI
Instructor
(Katakana)
ナガセ カイ
Campus Higashi-Hiroshima Semester/Term 1st-Year,  Second Semester,  3Term
Days, Periods, and Classrooms (3T) Tues5-8:Faculty Office
Lesson Style Lecture Lesson Style
(More Details)
Face-to-face, Online (simultaneous interactive)
Lecture-oriented, Note-taking, Discussions, Student presentations
 
Credits 2.0 Class Hours/Week 4 Language of Instruction J : Japanese
Course Level 5 : Graduate Basic
Course Area(Area) 24 : Social Sciences
Course Area(Discipline) 07 : Education
Eligible Students Students of Faculty of Education
Keywords Learning disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, high-functioning autism, Asperger's syndrome,Practical work experience 
Special Subject for Teacher Education   Special Subject  
Class Status
within Educational
Program
(Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)
 
Criterion referenced
Evaluation
(Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)
 
Class Objectives
/Class Outline
This course aims to explain the psychological and physiological characteristics of young children with developmental disabilities such as learning disabilities, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, high-functioning autism, and Asperger's syndrome, and to deepen understanding of appropriate assessment and support for such children as well as curriculum and curriculum management. 
Class Schedule Lesson 1: Developmental disorders
Lesson 2: Specific learning disorder (1)
Lesson 3: Specific learning disorder (2)
Lesson 4: Specific learning disorder (3)
Lesson 5: Specific learning disorder (4)
Lesson 6: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (1)
Lesson 7: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (2)
Lesson 8: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (3)
Lesson 9: Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (4)
Lesson 10: Autism spectrum disorder (1)
Lesson 11: Autism spectrum disorder (2)
Lesson 12: Autism spectrum disorder (3)
Lesson 13: Autism spectrum disorder (4)
Lesson 14: Parents of children with developmental disorders (1)
Lesson 15: Parents of children with developmental disorders (2)

Report writing will be assigned.
 
Text/Reference
Books,etc.
The class will be based on handouts, so no textbook will be used. However, it is recommended to refer to the following reference books as appropriate, as they will aid understanding of the class.
1.  トビー・J・カルテン 著・川合紀宗 訳 (2016) インクルーシブな学級づくり・授業づくり:子どもの多様な学びを促す合理的配慮と教科指導.学苑社(生協で購入可).
2.コンスタンスマ・クグラス 著・川合紀宗 訳 (2010) インクルーシブ教育の実践ーすべての子どものニーズにこたえる学級づくり, 学苑社.
3.上野一彦・花熊暁(編)(2006)軽度発達障害の教育―LD・ADHD・高機能PDD等への特別支援.日本文化科学社. 
PC or AV used in
Class,etc.
Handouts, Visual Materials, Microsoft Teams, Zoom
(More Details) Handouts, Movies( videos/PC/other image data)
 
Learning techniques to be incorporated Discussions
Suggestions on
Preparation and
Review
Review handouts and your notebook and ask questions in the following class if you have any. Materials for the following lesson will be uploaded on the WebCT. Students must print them out and bring them to the lesson.
 
Requirements For students in the Program in Special Needs School Teacher Education: This is a course that corresponds to Section 3 of Teachers License Act.
For student in Cluster 2 to 5: This course is for those who wish to obtain a teaching certificate for elementary schools.

 
Grading Method The evaluation will be based on the overall evaluation of participation in the discussion (60%) and the content of the presentation (40%).
 
Practical Experience Experienced  
Summary of Practical Experience and Class Contents based on it  
Message This is expected to be a large-scale course with many students. This course will include not only lectures but also discussions and group work. Your active participation in the lessons is encouraged.
 
Other This course is approved as a graduate-level credit transfer course for the S.E.N.S (Special Educational Needs Specialist) training curriculum and corresponds to the following domains:
 A-2: Understanding Developmental Disabilities (1 point)
 B-1: Assessment in Special Needs Education (1 point)
 C-6: Behavioral Support and Intervention (2 points)
 Students who wish to obtain the S.E.N.S (Special Educational Needs Specialist) qualification are advised to obtain detailed information from the following organization:
 Japan Association for Certification of Special Educational Needs Specialists
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Please fill in the class improvement questionnaire which is carried out on all classes.
Instructors will reflect on your feedback and utilize the information for improving their teaching. 
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