INTRODUCTION
Nirmala Sadan is an Institute dedicated for the Education, Research and rehabilitation of persons with Disability. The training college for Special Education is recognized by Rehabilitation Council of India, New Delhi and affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi University Kottayam. Considering the need of special Educators in the field of Learning Disability the course B. Ed Special Education (Learning Disability) has started in Nirmala Sadan. The duration of the programme is two years
COURSE AND ITS GENERAL OBJECTIVES
– Resource room teachers in regular schools where children with learning Disability are found.
– Special educator in special schools, service centers for the Intellectually Disabled, rehabilitation centers, sheltered workshops, composite Rehabilitation centers, District Rehabilitation centers etc.
ELIGIBILITY
Eligibility for admission, Norms for admission and Reservation of seats for B.Ed Special Programme shall be according to the rules framed by the University and Government from time to time for the general B.Edprogramme.
Candidates who have passed any graduate level degree examination which is recognized by Mahatma Gandhi University with 50% aggregate marks or equivalent grade (CGPA of 2) are eligible for admission. SC/ST candidates need only a minimum pass in the qualifying examination.
Candidates with Masters’ degree in Disability Studieswith Learning Disability as elective subject are eligible for a weightage of 5% marks.
The total number of seats will be 25
50% of total seats are under management, provided they satisfy eligibility conditions prescribed by the University. Of the remaining seats 65% shall be filled on general merit and 35% shall be filled by candidates belonging SC/ST and other backward communities.
B.Ed Special Education [Learning Disability] issued by Mahatma Gandhi University.
- The duration of B.Ed. Special Education (LD)programme shall be
4 semesters spread over two years. - The duration of each semester shall be 100 days spread over 20 working weeks.
- A student may be permitted to complete the programme, on valid reasons, within a period of 3 years from the date of admission to the programme.
The medium of instruction and examination of the course shall be English.
The B.Ed. Special Education (Learning Disability) programme shall include
- a) Core courses, (b) Cross disability and inclusion courses (c) Specialization courses and (d) Practical courses.
Programme structure
| SEMESTER I | |
|---|---|
| Course Code | Title |
| SLD 501 | Human Growth & Development |
| SLD 502 | Contemporary India and Education |
| SLD 503 | Learning, Teaching and Assessment |
| SLD 504 | Introduction to Education of Students with Disabilities |
| SLD 505 | Identification of Disability & Assessment of Needs |
| SLD 506 | Intervention & Teaching Strategies |
| SLD 507 | Practical: Cross Disability and Inclusion |
| SEMESTER II | |
| Course Code | Title |
| SLD 508 | Learning Teaching and Assessment |
| SLD 509.1 | Pedagogy of Teaching Science |
| SLD 509.2 | Pedagogy of Teaching Mathematics |
| SLD 509.3 | Pedagogy of Teaching Social Studies |
| SLD 510.1 | Pedagogy of Teaching Hindi |
| SLD 510.2 | Pedagogy of Teaching Malayalam |
| SLD 510.3 | Pedagogy of Teaching English |
| SLD 511 | Equitable & Inclusive Education |
| SLD 512 | Curriculum Designing, Adaptation and Evaluation |
| SLD 513 | Practical: Intellectual Disability |
| SEMESTER III | |
| Course Code | Title |
| SLD 514 | Supportive Skills for the Education of Children with Disabilities |
| SLD 515 | ICT & Assistive Technology |
| SLD 516 | Psycho-Social Family Issues |
| SLD 517 | Practical: Intellectual Disability |
| SLD 518 | Intellectual Disability Special School (Related to Area C) |
| SLD 519 | Reading and Reflecting on Texts (EPC) |
| SLD 520 | Performing and Visual Arts (EPC) |
| SEMESTER IV | |
| Course Code | Title |
| SLD 521 | Life Skill Across Life Span |
| SLD 522.1 | Guidance and Counselling |
| SLD 522.2 | Early Childhood Care & Education |
| SLD 522.3 | Positive Behaviour Supports |
| SLD 522.4 | Community-Based Rehabilitation |
| SLD 522.5 | Application of ICT in Classroom |
| SLD 522.6 | Disability, SDGs, and Gender |
| SLD 523 | Basic Research & Basic Statistics |
| SLD 524 | Employability Skills |
| SLD 525 | Practical: Cross Disability and Inclusion |
| SLD 526 | Other Disability Special School |
| SLD 527 | Inclusive School |
| SLD 528 | Viva – Voce |
Cross disability and Inclusion courses
- SLD 123 Introduction to Sensory Disabilities.
- SLD 124 Introduction to Neuro developmental Disabilities
- SLD125 Introduction to Locomotor and multiple Disabilities.
- SLD 131 Inclusive Education
- SLD 141.3 Applied Behaviour Analysis.
- SLD 142.5 Management of Intellectual Disabilities.
Specialization Courses
- SLD 126 Assessment and Identification of Needs
- SLD 132 Curriculum Designing, Adaptation and Evaluation
- SLD 134 Intervention and Teaching Strategies
- SLD135 Technology and Disability
- SLD136 Psychosocial and Family issues.
Practical courses
- SLD 127,133,137,144.
Internship
- SLD 138,145,146.
Enhancement of professional capacities (EPC)
- SEM 139 Reading and Reflecting on Texts.
- SEM 140 Performing and Visual Arts.
- SEM 143 Basic Research and Basic statistics.
Fee
The rates of fee will be charged as prescribed by Mahatma Gandhi University and Nirmala Sadan.
All present rates of the fee are as follows:
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition fee (Merit seat) | Rs.45000.00(Per Year) |
| Tuition fee (Management seat) | Rs. 60000.00 (Per Year) |
| Student affiliation fee | Rs. 13250.00 |
| University Union fee | Rs. 70.00 |
| Student welfare fee | Rs. 50.00 |
| Student Insurance fee | Rs. 100.00 |
| Sports affiliation fee | Rs. 540.00 |
| Caution deposit | Rs. 1000.00 |
| Examination fee | As prescribed by the University |
Hostel Accommodation
Hostel accommodation will be provided to out station candidates on request on first come first basis.
The following documents should be attached with the application
- Attested photocopy of S.S.L.C. book to prove date of birth.
- Attested photocopy of mark lists of plus two examination
- Attested photocopy of mark list of all parts of qualifying examination.(Application without attested copies of all mark lists will be summarily rejected)
- Attested photocopy of Degree certificate/Provisional certificate of qualifying examination
- Attested photocopy of certificate from competent authority in support of special reservation (SC/ST/OEC/SEBC)
- Attested copy of certificate by Medical board certifying that the candidate is a sibling or parent of child with Learning Disability.
- Conduct certificate from Head of the Institution last attended. (In original)
- Copy of the equivalency/Eligibility certificate stating that qualifying examination is recognized M.G. University for seeking admission to B.Ed Special Education (Learning Disability) course. (For those who have passed qualifying examination from other Universities/institutions outside of the State).
Discipline
The candidates admitted shall be subjected to strict discipline inside and outside the campus and also in the hostel where accommodation is provided. The candidates are expected to maintain decorum, decency and discipline throughout their pursuance of the course with the staff, faculty and other supporting workers. The hostlers should follow the prescribed rules in the hostel. Infringement or violation of rules shall result in rustication from the hostel for period as decided by the management of the institute. Use of mobile phones cinematic dance and fashion show in the campus is strictly prohibited.
Ragging
Ragging is a crime prohibited under law. Anyone found indulging in the act of ragging will be punished by management and the law enforcing authorities.