SAR 540 - Introduction to Students at Risk

Provides students with an in-depth understanding of the factors, conditions, and circumstances that are commonly viewed as contributing to students and their families being placed “at risk.” Results of past and contemporary research findings, demographics, and various reports involving the current and projected status of children and families at risk will be explored. Major emphasis will be upon how schools in contemporary society can effectively meet the multiple and complex instructional, personal, and social needs of students at risk. Effective student dropout policies and practices will be explained.

Course Typically Offered: Variable

Credits: 3