Department of Education and Inclusive Services Chair: Dr. Daniel Conn
MS Special Education Program Coordinator: Dr. Holly Pedersen
(701) 858-3050 or (800) 777-0750 ext. 3050
Special Education Programs Motto
PURPOSE FUELED BY PASSION: Inclusive Schools, Inclusive Communities, Inclusive Communication
Special Education Programs Vision
We believe human diversity strengthens us all. We strive for a world where people of all abilities are valued for their contributions and meaningfully included in all aspects of society.
Special Education Programs Mission
To achieve our vision by preparing high quality professionals, at both initial and advanced levels, who are equipped with the knowledge and skills to be leaders in their respective disciplines. Our mission is accomplished through current and innovative teaching and learning experiences, impactful community service, and practical research and assessment. Our daily practice focuses on engagement, collaboration, and problem-solving to advance this mission.
Overview
The Master of Arts in Teaching Special Education (MAT SPED) is intended for candidates seeking initial teacher licensure. The program provides a solid foundation in special education pedagogy through a set of core coursework and a concentration area, including clinical application and final practicum. The MAT SPED degree consists of a set of core classes and a program concentration area. All Special Education graduate programs are available online and designed for the varied needs of candidates who are also working professionals. MAT SPED candidates are required to be working in a prek-12 special education setting to complete the degree.
Program Concentration Areas
- Deaf or Hard of Hearing Education
- General Special Education (for students with mild-moderate learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities and autism, and emotional behavioral disabilities)
Master of Art in Teaching Special Education
This program prepares entry level educators for preK through 12th grade to teach children and youth with disabilities. These programs are approved by the North Dakota Education Standards and Practices Board (ESPB) and the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
The Master of Arts in Teaching Special Education is intended for candidates seeking initial teacher licensure. The program provides a solid foundation in special education pedagogy through a set of core coursework and a concentration area, including clinical application and final practicum. Candidates may choose from on of the following concentration areas: General Special Education (GEN) or Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education (DHH).
| ED 522 | Curriculum Design and Assessment | 3 |
| SPED 505 | Interdisciplinary Collaboration in Special Education | 3 |
| SPED 506 | Introduction to Exceptional Children | 3 |
| SPED 511 | Early Level Transition Point | 0 |
| SPED 531 | Psychoeducational Aspects of Exceptional Children | 3 |
| SPED 561 | Classroom Management and Positive Behavior Support | 3 |
| SPED 514 | Mid-level Transition Point | 0 |
| SPED 519 | Final Practicum | 4 |
| Total Hours | 19 |
| SPED 550 | Special Education Assessment | 4 |
| SPED 547 | Methods for High Incidence Disabilities | 3 |
| SPED 551 | Inclusive Practices | 3 |
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| SPED 548 | Introduction to Intellectual Disability and Autism Spectrum Disorder | 3 |
| SPED 532 | Communication Development and Interventions | 3 |
| SPED 556 | Introduction to Learning and Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities | 3 |
| Total Hours | 19 |
| SPED 513 | Deaf Studies | 3 |
| SPED 565 | Early Intervention: Deaf/HH | 3 |
| SPED 583 | Strategies to Support Listening and Spoken Language | 3 |
| SPED 584 | Teaching Language to Deaf/HH | 3 |
| SPED 585 | Advanced Audiology for Educators of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing | 3 |
| SPED 586 | Teaching Reading/Academics to DHH | 4 |
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| SPED 533 | Clinical Practice in Assessment | 1 |
| Total Hours | 20 |
