Special Education - Long Island University - C W Post Campus - Brookville NY

Special Education from Long Island University - C W Post Campus - Brookville NY is a Campus Master Special Education degree that prepares you for a Education career. Teaching students with special needs in elementary school requires dedication and knowledge. The 30-credit Master of Science in Education in Special Education (M.S.Ed.) will prepare you to create effective learning environments for three types of students: mentally handicapped, emotionally disturbed and learning disabled. These three areas of specialization are incorporated into one comprehensive program that covers grades 1 to 6. You will study classroom management and the diagnosis and correction of learning disabilities. You will learn about inclusion techniques - a trend toward keeping special education children in regular classes while also providing additional assistance in that setting. Elective courses include the use of technology in special education, understanding the neurologically impaired child, and the psychology and education of autistic children. Supervised student-teaching opportunities will give you real-world experience with this special population. The M.S.Ed. in Special Education program is accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council, signifying the program of study meets the highest standards of quality in preparing competent, caring and qualified professional educators who will teach and lead in public and private schools. Program Goals The M.S.Ed. in Special Education is dedicated to preparing teachers who are: Knowledgeable, ethical, caring decision makers for students with special educational needs in the context of diverse and inclusive social groups, communities, families and students. Practitioners who serve children and families with specific educational needs through: assessment and intervention; leadership and collaboration; clinical application, research, and practice. Skilled instructors who plan, implement, and assess instruction in simulated settings and in real classroom settings. Proficient in instructional technology including the knowledge of skills, strategies, software and hardware to be used in classroom management and computer-assisted instruction. Knowledgeable in theories of learning and growth, content areas to be taught, and the theories, laws, procedures and programs related to the field of special education . Collaborative and ethical decision-makers Life-long learners committed to: intellectual growth, inquiry, professionalism, appreciation of diversity, and advocacy for students. View more details on Long Island University - C W Post Campus . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Special Education courses.