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Education Studies, Concentration in Special Education (K-12)

Master of Education

Program Requirements

Candidates are expected to complete all requirements associated with the Master of Education in Education Studies with a concentration in Special Education, Grades K-12. Candidates must register for and complete MED 6102 E-folio as the initial course in the program. This course is a pre-requisite for all other education courses.

Parallel Curriculum

The purpose and curriculum of the Master of Education in Education Studies, Special Education (K-12) are similar to the Master of Education in Special Education (K-12) with the exception of those elements associated with clinical coursework (practicum and student teaching). This degree does not contribute to eligibility for an initial teaching license or certificate.

Program Competencies

Program competencies for this degree are identical to those currently in effect for the Master of Education in Special Education (K-12), with the exception of those competencies linked directly to clinical courses. Program competencies and attributes are derived from the College of Education and Liberal Arts Conceptual Framework, the InTASC standards (Interstate New Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium), and standards set by the CEC (Council for Exceptional Children). These standards can be reviewed at the following links:

Admission Requirements

  1. Submit a Â鶹ÊÓƵ Graduate Application
  2. Submit an official transcript or transcripts verifying completion of a bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university
  3. Complete a program planning conference with a Graduate Advisor or Program Chair

*Education Studies degrees do not qualify recipients for state licensure and/or certification.

After completing all of the above requirements, register for MED 6102 (E-Folio) along with other appropriate courses.

Course Prerequisites/Additional Course Requirements

Course prerequisites are listed in the Course Descriptions section of the catalog and on the Â鶹ÊÓƵ website.

Required Courses (42 credits)


E-Folio

Foundations of Special Education: Historical, Legal, and Theoretical Perspectives

Technology for Instruction

Diagnosis/Assessment/IEP Development for Exceptionalities

Applied Behavior Analysis

Introduction to Autism & Severe Disabilities

Language and Literacy

OR

Reading in Content Areas

Diagnosis/Assessment of Reading Difficulties for Non-Reading/Literacy Majors

Curriculum in Special Education

Legislation and Implementation of Policy and Procedure

Elementary Mathematics for Teachers

OR

Practicum/Pedagogical Approaches to Teaching in the Middle and High School

 

Electives

Assistive Technology

Transition Planning & IEP Implementation for Students with Disabilities

Teaming/Collaboration with Families & Communities

Building a Responsive Classroom

Elective Courses: 12 credits in place of Practica and Student Teaching/Teaching Internship as approved by the Program Chair or Graduate Advisor.

This information applies to students who enter this degree program during the 2024-2025 Academic Year. If you entered this degree program before the Fall 2023 semester, please refer to the academic catalog for the year you began your degree program.