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Master of Education Degree with Pennsylvania Certification, Level I in Special Education
The program leads to Pennsylvania Level I certification in Special Education for graduate students who hold an instructional certificate in another area of education. Students may enroll in either the Pre K-8 or 7-12 (Secondary) certification track within this program. The Special Education Pre K-8 certification may only be added to an already-existing Pre K-4, Middle Level 4-8, K-12 or Reading Specialist K-12 certificate. The Special Education 7-12 certificate may only be added to an already-existing secondary content area or Reading Specialist K-12 certificate.
These programs are intended to develop reflective professionals with philosophies based on respect for all people, acceptance of individual differences, and a belief in full integration and inclusion of students into general education.
Proficiency must be demonstrated by successfully passing the appropriate tests required for Pennsylvania certification.
*AADL (Adaptations and Accommodations for Diverse Learners: 3+1) competency equivalencies (EDSP-571, EDSP-572, EDSP-573 and EDUC-556 or equivalent) are prerequisites for professional requirements.
Core Requirements (9 credits)
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Research and Evaluation in Education |
3 |
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Teachers and the Law |
3 |
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The Process and Pedagogy of Communication |
3 |
Professional Requirements (22 credits)*
F |
Special Education Systems |
3 |
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F |
Including Students with Significant Support Needs |
3 |
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Assessment in Special Education: Theory and Practice |
3 |
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Instructional Design in Special Education |
3 |
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Positive Management Strategies in Special Education: Theoretical Concepts Applied to the Classroom |
3 |
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Enhancing Communication and Literacy through Technology |
3 |
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Collaboration Skills: Family, Co-Teaching and Consultative Methods |
3 |
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F |
Advanced Practicum in Special Education |
1 |
Electives (3 credits)
Students may choose one elective in Education, Special Education or ESL. Please see the Graduate Catalog or course selection guide for more information.
Culminating Experience (3 credits)
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Special Education Seminar: Research and Issues (Prerequisite: EDUC 505 and 3 EDSP courses) |
3 |
Courses preceded with an F indicate that a field experience is part of the course requirements.
The degree requirements for the Master of Education with Pennsylvania Certification, Level I in Special Education, are 37 credits, which include the core requirements, professional requirements, electives, and the culminating experience. Students enrolled in this program require prior PA certification.
