Master of Arts in Teaching in Special Education (MAT-SPED) Curriculum
Course List
| Course | Credits | AMP/UG | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ED 590 | Social Justice in Education | 3 | |
| ED /548 | Teaching in Inclusive Classrooms | 2 | Yes |
| ED /520 | Classroom Management | 3 | Yes |
| ED 528 | Assessment for Learning | 3 | |
| ED /572 | Foundations of ESOL Education | 3 | Yes |
| ED /555 | Intersectionality of Marginalized Identities | 3 | Yes |
| ED 582 | Strategies for Developing Literacy | 3 | |
| SED 516 | Inquiry in Science and Mathematics Education | 3 | |
| ED 509 | Practicum | 3 | |
| Total Credits (Core) | 26 |
| Course | Credits | AMP/UG | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Required ED /578 |
Special Education Law Rights and Regulations | 3 |
Yes |
| Required ED 556 | Behavioral Supports in Special Education | 3 | |
| Required ED /553 | Collaboration in Special Education | 3 | Yes |
| Required ED 591 | Special Education Assessment Methods | 3 | |
| Required ED 557 | Special Education Literacy | 3 | |
| Required ED 583 | Special Education Math | 3 | |
| Required ED 510 | Internship (Student Teaching) | 9 | |
| Optional PSY /562 | Psychology of Disability | 4 | Yes |
| Optional ED /554 | Supporting Students on the Autism Spectrum in K-12 Settings | 3 | Yes |
| Optional ED 593 | Transition Planning | 3 | |
| Total Credits (Concentration) | 27 | ||
| Total Credits (Master's Program) | 53-63 |
The MAT-SPED program offers rolling admission, however a summer start is suggested for those wishing to complete the program in two years. Below is a sample degree plan. Students admitted in other terms will work with an advisor to develop a plan based on course availability. Course offerings are subject to change based on scheduling needs.
Year 1
| Summer Term | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ED 572 | Foundations of ESOL | 3 |
| ED 590 | Social Justice in Education | 3 |
| Total Credits | 6 |
| Fall Term | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ED 528 | Assessment for Learning | 3 |
| ED /553 | Collaboration in Special Education | 3 |
| ED 509 | Field Practicum (optional—for apprenticeship) | 1-3 |
| Total Credits | 6 (to 9) |
| Winter Term | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ED /548 | Teaching in Inclusive Classrooms | 2 |
| ED /578 | Special Education Laws Rights and Regulations | 3 |
| PSY /562 or ED 509 | Psychology of Disability (optional) OR Field Practicum (optional—for apprenticeship) | 3-4 |
| Total Credits | 5 (to 9) |
| Spring Term | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ED 582 | Strategies for Developing Literacy | 3 |
| ED /555 | Intersectionality of Marginalized Identities | 3 |
| PSY /554 or ED 509 | Supporting on the ASD Spectrum in K-12 Education OR Field Practicum (optional—for apprenticeship) | 3 |
| Total Credits | 6 (to 9) |
Year 2
| Summer Term | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SED 516 | Inquiry in Science and Mathematics Education | 3 |
| ED /520 | Classroom Management | 3 |
| ED 593 | Transition Planning (optional) | 3 |
| Total Credits | 6 (to 9) |
| Fall Term | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ED 509 | Practicum (super term) | 3 |
| ED 556 | Behavior Supports in Special Education | 3 |
| ED 557 | Special Education Literacy | 1-3 |
| Total Credits | 9 |
| Winter Term | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ED 510 | Internship | 3 |
| ED 583 | Special Education Math | 3 |
| ED 591 | Special Education Assessment Methods | 3 |
| Total Credits | 9 |
| Spring Term | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ED 510 | Internship | 6 |
| ED 593 | Transition Planning (suggested but optional) | 3 |
| Total Credits | 6 (to 9) | |
| TOTAL PROGRAM CREDITS | 53 (to 63) |
Student Teaching Year Hours
OPTIONAL
Begin teaching as district starts:
- Become familiar with school and program rules and procedures
- Observe in diverse settings and interview specialists
- Assist in small group or individual instruction as assigned by CT
Summer Classes
- SED 516 (3)
- ED 520 (3)
- ED 556 (3) (optional)
Target: 100 hours in placement
Expectations:
- Conduct observations and functional behavior assessments
- Assist in implementing behavior plans
- Attend SST meetings
- Lesson planning
- Observations from supervisor and CT
Classes
- ED 509 (3) - super term course
- ED 556 (3)
- ED 557 (3)
Target: 100 hours in placement
Expectations:
- Conduct informal and formal assessments
- Work with students 1-1, in small groups, and teach/co-teach whole group lessons
- Attend IEP/504 meetings
- Observations from supervisor and CT
Classes
- ED 510 (3)
- ED 583 (3)
- ED 591 (3)
Target: 400 hours in placement
Expectations:
- Lead full teaching load for at least three weeks
- Continue teaching until the end of the district academic calendar
- Observations from supervisor and CT
Classes
- ED 510 (6)
- Elective (optional)