Dear Candidates, 

Welcome to this course, "Introduction to Mathematics." 

This course is designed to equip teachers in training with the basic mathematical skills necessary in the classroom to teach students with special educational needs. 

In summary, mathematics equips teachers with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to

effectively teach special needs students, support their individualized learning needs, and

advocate for their educational rights and opportunities. 

We encourage you to make the best of your training to fully benefit from this course. 

This course provides students with the basic knowledge Deaf Education, Deaf culture, and the basics of American Sign Language (ASL). Students will analyze prevalent myths related to Deaf and other hearing impaired people as well as the cultural impacts of being Deaf.  Information discussed in this course is designed to help DHI students in regards to education, culture, and linguistic needs by educating teachers on how to identify and cater to their specific needs.