M.Ed. in Special Education, with Concentration in Development
and Education of Individuals of High Ability
Full standing is granted to those applicants who have completed EPSE 312 (Introduction to the Study of Exceptional Children) or EPSE 317 (Development and Exceptionality in the Regular Classroom), EPSE 482 (Introduction to Statistics for Research in Education) (or course that has been deemed to be a replacement for EPSE 482 ), EPSE 481 (Introduction to Research in Education) (or course that has been deemed to be a replacement for EPSE 481), and have attained teacher certification. Please note: EPSE 483 (Reading and Interpreting Research in Education) (or course that has been deemed to be a replacement for EPSE 483), may be substituted for both 481 and 482. The requirement of teacher certification may be waived where the applicant has met the University and programs requirements for admission and has adequate professional experience related to the field of Special Education.
This degree program takes a developmental approach to the study of high ability, including issues relevant to developmental levels and approaches to identification and curricular planning which focus on achieving appropriately matched curricular experiences. The program will situate the study of highly capable individuals in the context of cognitive and social developmental theories. Field experience consisting of observations, interviews, and individual and small group teaching will allow students to understand the particular needs of pre-school, elementary, and secondary students of high ability.
Prerequisites: EPSE 312 or 317, EPSE 481, EPSE 482, EPSE 303, EPSE 408. EPSE 483 may be substituted for both 481 and 482.
Program Requirements:
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Course
Number
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Course
Credits
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Course
Title
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EPSE 505
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3
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Foundations in Human Development: Infancy to Adulthood |
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EPSE 512
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3
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Problems & Issues in Special Education
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EPSE 516
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3
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Seminar in the Development and Education of
Gifted Learners
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EPSE 565
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3
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Research Issues in the Social Development of
Individuals of High Ability
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Choose 3 credits from
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EPSE 501
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3
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Seminar in Human Development, Learning and Culture
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EPSE 502
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3
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Cognition, Language, and Literacy Processes in Education |
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EPSE 584
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3
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Motivation in Education
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EPSE 585
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3
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Social-emotional Development in Education
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Choose 9 credits from Approved Electives
- Three credits must
be at the 500 level.
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EPSE 598
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3
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Field Experience
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EPSE 590
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3
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Graduating Seminar
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Total:
30 credits
