Master of Special Education
The Master of Special Education degree (no certification) is designed for individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree.The Master of Special Education degree with certification is designed for individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree and are currently certified to teach in grades PreK-12. The program is based on the premise that successful teachers will need an in-depth knowledge of pedagogy, a mastery of current theory and an understanding of research-based practices and technology to move from being good teachers to becoming great teachers. The main focus of the Wilson program is to hone teaching skills through research and classroom practices, thereby fostering teaching excellence and teacher leadership
MASTER OF SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM OPTIONS
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Master of Special Education No Certification - This option is for bachelor's degree holders who wish to expand their knowledge of Special Education
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Master of Special Education with Certification - This option is for certified educators who wish to gain PA Special Education Certification in grades PreK-12
Master’s-Level Courses
Master of Special Education (no certification, 10 courses required)
| SPE 510 | Creating an Effective Classroom Culture | 3 |
| SPE 521 | Advanced Studies in Disabilities | 3 |
| SPE 528 | Early Intervention | 3 |
| SPE 532 | Parent Conferencing/Collaboration SpEd | 3 |
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| SPE 533 | Pre-K - 8 Instructional Methods | 3 |
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| SPE 534 | Secondary Instructional Methods | 3 |
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| SPE 542 | Positive Behavioral Supports | 3 |
| EDU 554 | Formal/Informal Classroom Assessment | 3 |
| SPE 546 | Transition Planning and Services | 3 |
| SPE 598 | Educational Research/Design | 3 |
| SPE 599 | Master's Project | 3 |
Master of Special Education with PreK-12 Certification
| SPE 510 | Creating an Effective Classroom Culture | 3 |
| SPE 521 | Advanced Studies in Disabilities | 3 |
| SPE 528 | Early Intervention | 3 |
| SPE 532 | Parent Conferencing/Collaboration SpEd | 3 |
| SPE 533 | Pre-K - 8 Instructional Methods | 3 |
| SPE 534 | Secondary Instructional Methods | 3 |
| SPE 542 | Positive Behavioral Supports | 3 |
| SPE 546 | Transition Planning and Services | 3 |
| EDU 512 | Teaching English Learners | 3 |
| EDU 554 | Formal/Informal Classroom Assessment | 3 |
| SPE 587 | Prek-12 Special Ed Practicum | 3 |
Exit Assessments
- Successful defense of Master’s Thesis (Master’s Project on Action Research)
- Electronic Portfolio