DETAILS

Date: Available for registration anytime between August 21, 2025 - August 20, 2026
Course #:  EDIA 539
Instructor:  Steven McHugh (steven@growprofessionally.com)
Number of License Renewal Credits/Graduate Credits:  2 
Registration Deadline: Last day to register is Thursday, August 20, 2026, by 5:00 p.m.
 

   

This 2-credit, 4-week course is entirely self-paced. 

Participants will be expected to begin the course once registration is processed and an email has been received from the instructor with instructions on how to get started.

All assignments, discussions, and final project work are due at the end of the 4-week course to receive credit for the course.

 

Course Description:

This course explores practical strategies for teaching mathematics to students with disabilities, focusing on understanding learning challenges and implementing research-based instructional approaches. Participants will examine why students with disabilities may struggle in math and learn how to apply the stages of learning to enhance instruction. The course will also cover the integration of technology to support mathematical knowledge, the selection and implementation of appropriate teaching strategies, and methods for modifying materials to meet diverse student needs. Emphasis will be placed on identifying common mathematical misconceptions and error patterns and incorporating accommodations into various instructional settings. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with practical skills to create an inclusive and supportive math learning environment for all students.


Learning Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, participants will...

  • Analyze the underlying causes of mathematical difficulties experienced by students with disabilities and evaluate their impact on learning.
  • Evaluate the stages of learning and develop instructional strategies that align with these stages to enhance math instruction.
  • Design and implement technology-enhanced instructional approaches to support diverse learners in math.
  • Select and justify using specific materials, strategies, methods, and techniques that effectively support math instruction.
  • Develop and integrate accommodations into various instructional settings to promote equitable access to math learning.
  • Modify instructional materials and assessments to meet students' diverse math needs.
  • Diagnose student mathematical misconceptions and error patterns and propose targeted intervention strategies.

 

**Important Information for You**
Please read through as these are Frequently Asked Questions in which answers can be found within this page.

1. The instructor will email you once your class registration has been processed and forwarded to him with information on how to get started in the class:

  • Emails regarding this class will come from the instructor, Steven McHugh, with this email address: steven@growprofessionally.com;
  • Be sure to check your junk/spam/clutter folder-mailboxes in case the email address isn't recognized as a known address; and
  • IF YOU ARE USING A SCHOOL EMAIL ADDRESS, many schools have their network security filters set up to push unknown emails directly to spam and you will not even see it; if this is the case you will need to either talk to your IT department and request emails with the email address be allowed through or let us know you want to use a different email address.

2. The Tabs at the top of the registration page have important additional information regarding this class: 

  • The Syllabus gives information of what will be expected of you in the course. Generally it will include course policies, rules and regulations, required texts, and a schedule of assignments;
  • The Fees will let you know how much this class will cost depending on the type of credit you want to take it for as well as if you are an ISEA Member or not;
  • The Cancellation Policy is important so you know how to cancel if you need to and how refunds are handled; and
  • The ISEA Official Transcript page tells you how to access your transcript once the class has ended.

WHEN

August 21, 2025 – August 20, 2026

PLANNER

REGISTER FOR THE TRAINING SESSION TODAY!