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Master of Ed.: Special Education

Curriculum


 Core (choose two)
8 q.h.
EDU 6054 Emerging Models in Education 4 q.h.
EDU 6051 Race and Ethnicity in Education 4 q.h.
EDU 6055 Socio-Cultural Context of Learning and Development 4 q.h.

  Specialization

20 q.h.
EDU 6425 Special Education: Foundations for Understanding Inclusive Schools 4 q.h.
EDU 6426
Developmental Language, Literacy and Writing: Assessment and Instruction 4 q.h. 
EDU 6569Differentiated Instruction and Assessment in Mathematics and Other Disciplines: Redesigning Individualized Plans4 q.h.
EDU 6528 Adaptive Learning/Behavior Management Strategies: Consultation and Collaboration4 q.h. 
EDU 6874 *Practicum: Portfolio and Panel Review 4 q.h. 

  Electives
  12 q.h.
(choose three of the following or other electives as approved by you adviser)
EDU 6429
Child and Adolescent Development and Variation** 4 q.h.
EDU 6530
Behavior Management Strategies: Consultation and Collaboration**
4 q.h.
EDU 6431
Developing Skills and Accessing ideas: Curriculum for Students with Learning and Behavioral Difficulties**
4 q.h.
EDU 6570 Advanced Strategies in Literacy: Readers and Writers Who Struggle** 4 q.h.
TOTAL   40 q.h.

*The practicum is required for those seeking a license in Special Education.  

**Selected Courses are approved for professional licensure by the MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for Teachers of Students with Moderate Disabilities. 
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