DACS 1140

In this introductory survey course, students are provided an overview of disability studies and its application in the support sector. Topics covered include an overview of disability studies theory and perspective, historical practices, social and political movements, and current best practice in the field. Students will explore the influence of disability studies within the four main areas of support: 1) Early Intervention, 2) K-12 School Systems, 3) Community Living, and 4) Post-Secondary and Employment Supports. The course applies a critical and creative lens to understanding historical and current practice, seeking to identify and understand the influence of ableist structures and systems, while envisioning a more just and equitable future.