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The Special Education Program prepares teachers to work effectively with students with mild and moderate disabilities. The program offers a combination of courses that lead to the initial license as a Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities.
The interdisciplinary nature of the program provides a wide frame of reference for the students as they develop a foundation in the theoretical, historical, social and political foundations of special education. These academic courses and the pre-practicum and practicum provide ample opportunity for the graduate student to participate in self-evaluation, peer evaluation, and discussion with faculty and public school teachers.
Because students are participating in the field placement while taking the academic courses, students are able to use these practical experiences to deepen their understanding of the skills and responsibilities of the teacher of students with moderate disabilities.
A special emphasis is placed on: Reading and Language Arts instruction; Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks; assessment of physical, social, emotional, intellectual and social development of children and adolescents; educational terminology for students with mild and moderate disabilities; preparation, implementation and evaluation of Individualized Education Programs; design and modification of curriculum, instructional materials, and educational environments for students with moderate disabilities; behavior management and transitional assistance for students with mild and moderate disabilities; services provided by other agencies and federal and state laws and regulations pertaining to special education.
Prerequisites: A course in child development is required. A transcript review will determine whether there are additional prerequisites. Each student must complete a minimum of 32 credit hours.
Students must work with their academic advisor to select at least 15 credits of graduate courses offered by the education department and to select elective courses to total 32 credits. This course of study is subject to change based on the requirements of the Massachusetts Department of Education licensing regulations. Students must work with their academic advisor to select elective courses to total 32 credits to meet program requirements.
View the catalog. All rights reserved. Main navigation. Springfield College programs. About This Program Students may opt to pursue licensure only. Admissions Requirements This program enrolls students in all terms. Education Requirements A full-year residency in a school greater Springfield area is required for fall and spring semesters for accepted students All required MTELs must be passed before beginning the fall semester A transcript review of undergraduate and any prior graduate work is required prior to admission Child and adolescent development is a required course prior to admission.
The competency-based program is founded upon the principles of effective instruction and the philosophy of inclusive education. The courses that comprise the program bridge the gap between theory and practice.
Accordingly, students in the program develop a repertoire of instructional, diagnostic, consultative, and collaborative skills and strategies critical to the role.
They also develop an understanding of the full continuum of services available to individuals with exceptionalities. For qualified students who seek Initial or Professional licensure as Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities at grade levels PreK-8 or , a field-based pre-practicum and practicum or performance assessment complements their progress through the program, providing the means by which they establish their competence as special educators in accordance with state licensure regulations.
We invite you to learn more about our Special Education program by participating in our virtual information session. You will have the opportunity to chat with the program director and admissions personnel throughout the webinar. The 8-week program runs weekly on Wednesdays from February 16 to April 6, Attend the Orientation on February 9, to learn about the program. Beck Institute for Cognitive Studies and the Read more.
Join Dr. Assumption offers C. You will have the opportunity to chat with the program directo All students in the Master of Arts in Special Education program are required either to pass an oral examination or present a case study to complete requirements for the degree.
The Special Education program offers a special five-year program that enables an Assumption University undergraduate student to complete requirements for both the Bachelor of Arts degree in an area of the liberal arts and sciences and the Master of Arts in Special Education degree leading to eligibility for the Massachusetts Initial License for Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities PreK-8 or Students enrolled in this program will be eligible for Massachusetts licensure as an elementary, middle, or secondary teacher and teacher of students with moderate disabilities.
Undergraduate students who are admitted to the graduate program on early decision must be eligible for an Initial License as an elementary, middle, or secondary teacher. If admitted to the program, they may begin taking graduate courses during the senior year and complete the master's degree requirements in the fifth year of study at the University. Assumption undergraduate students who are considering early admission for the fifth-year master's program should consult with the 5th year program advisor during the spring semester of the junior year to discuss eligibility and application procedures and to plan a course of study.
Assumption University undergraduates who seek early admission to the Master of Arts in Special Education program must meet the following standards:. It is awarded upon completion of 18 credits beyond the Master's degree in Education and Special Education.
However, those students who have not met prerequisites prior to being admitted to the program may be required to take more than 18 credits hours in order to earn their certificates.
In most cases, students are considered eligible for the practicum once they have successfully completed all prerequisite courses or when they take such courses concurrently. A candidate's eligibility for and enrollment in the practicum will be determined by the Special Education Program Director based upon:. The practicum is a semester-long i.
Accordingly, candidates must complete at least three 3 weeks, if not all of the practicum in an inclusive classroom setting. They must be prepared to spend full days at the practicum site s during the practicum semester. Students are considered eligible for the performance assessment once they have successfully completed all prerequisite courses or when they take such courses concurrently. The performance assessment is a semester-long week commitment governed by criteria outlined in the State regulations.
Accordingly, candidates must complete a portion, if not all, of the performance assessment in an inclusive classroom setting. They must be prepared to spend full days at the teaching site s during the semester. For information concerning Commonwealth of Massachusetts educator licensure, contact the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education:. We invite you to learn more about our graduate programs - either through a visit to campus, attending an information session or by scheduling a phone or virtual conversation with an admissions team member or one of our program directors.
Enrollment in the Special Education program is open to any qualified individuals who meet the admissions standards. Individuals may enroll in the master's program whether or not they seek Massachusetts teacher licensure. Candidates for the graduate program in special education may submit an application at any time.
Please note that a grade point average of 3. Exceptions to this policy are not common. When extenuating circumstances exist, the admissions committee can recommend to the Special Education director that a student is permitted to take courses as a special student.
In these cases, formal admission to the graduate program is deferred until a candidate has successfully met criteria specified by the admissions committee. For information concerning the Commonwealth of Massachusetts teacher licensure, contact the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education:.
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