Faculty: Education

The Special Education Teacher program prepares students to educate and support individuals with disabilities and special needs. Students acquire skills in teaching strategies, assessment, behavior management, and inclusive education practices, preparing for careers in special education, inclusive classrooms, and related educational environments.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the principles of special education and inclusive practices.
• Develop skills in teaching strategies and curriculum adaptation.
• Learn assessment and evaluation techniques for students with disabilities.
• Explore behavior management and intervention strategies.
• Analyze legal and ethical considerations in special education.
• Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Gain practical experience through fieldwork and student teaching.

Major Outline:

1. Introduction to Special Education
   • Overview of special education principles, history, and legal frameworks.
2. Instructional Strategies for Special Education
   • Basics of designing and implementing effective educational strategies.
3. Assessment and Evaluation in Special Education
   • Methods for assessing and evaluating students with disabilities.
4. Behavior Management and Intervention
   • Techniques for behavior management and implementing interventions.
5. Inclusive Education Practices
   • Principles for creating inclusive classrooms and supporting diverse learners.
6. Curriculum Adaptation and Modification
   • Ways to adapt and modify curricula to meet individual needs.
7. Legal and Ethical Issues in Special Education
   • Understanding legal requirements and ethical considerations in special education.
8. Collaboration and Communication in Special Education
   • Strategies for collaborating with parents, professionals, and community resources.
9. Technology in Special Education
   • Using assistive technology and educational software to support learning.
10. Fieldwork and Student Teaching
    • Real-world experiences in special education classrooms and inclusive environments.
11. Capstone Project
    • A comprehensive project applying special education skills, such as developing an Individualized Education Program (IEP), conducting an assessment, or implementing a behavior intervention plan.

Assessment Methods:

• Analysis of special education principles
• Instructional strategies projects
• Assessment and evaluation projects
• Behavior management projects
• Inclusive education projects
• Curriculum adaptation projects
• Legal and ethical issues projects
• Collaboration and communication projects
• Technology in special education projects
• Fieldwork and student teaching reports
• Capstone projects and presentations

Recommended Textbooks:

• "Introduction to Special Education"
• "Instructional Strategies in Special Education"
• "Assessment and Evaluation in Special Education"
• "Behavior Management and Intervention"
• "Inclusive Education Practices"
• "Curriculum Adaptation and Modification"
• "Legal and Ethical Issues in Special Education"
• "Collaboration and Communication in Special Education"
• "Technology in Special Education"

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of educational principles, psychology, and an interest in special education.

Program Duration:

Typically 4 years to earn a bachelor's degree in special education, including fieldwork and student teaching.

Certification:

• State certification in special education
• Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
• Certifications in specific special education techniques and programs

Target Audience:

Aspiring special education teachers, inclusive education specialists, and educational professionals seeking to work in special education classrooms, inclusive environments, educational consultancy, and related fields.

This major equips students with educational, assessment, and intervention skills required to excel in special education, supporting careers in various roles within special education classrooms, inclusive environments, educational consultancy, and related fields.