Special Education, Master of Education*
This program is designed to provide candidates with numerous evidence-based practices in the continuum of special education opportunities that are aligned with Washington State standards and criteria for Special Education teacher practices. Emphasis is placed upon effective teaching practices, assessment of student learning, development of short and long term learning goals, differentiated instruction for individual needs and best practices for increasing student learning. Candidates will be able to demonstrate that their students in P-12 settings are impacted positively in their learning and achievement through evidence collected, analyzed and presented in various portfolio artifacts and culminating activities. Upon successful completion of all requirements, candidates earn a Master of Education in Special Education degree and can also complete Washington state requirements for a Special Education Endorsement.
Total Required Credits (37 Credits)
Foundational Core (12 Credits)
| ECU 504 | Graduate Research and Methodology | 4 |
| ECU 506 | Practice of Diversity and Global Education | 4 |
| ECU 508 | School and Community Engagement | 4 |
Special Education Core (22 Credits)
Master Thesis Project (3 Credits)
| ECU 601 | Master of Education Capstone Project | 3 |