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Special Education
Through courses, applied practices and research, students will gain extensive knowledge and skills that can be applied in the classroom.
Required courses (Minimum of 12 credit hours):
- EDU 505 Introduction and Methods of Teaching Cross-Categorical Disabilities
- EDU 520 Transition/Career Education for Students with Disabilities (2 credit hours)
- EDU 528 Differentiated Instruction
- EDU 529 Enhancing Student Achievement Through Positive Behavioral Supports
- EDU 530 Understanding Diverse Learners
- EDU 535 Technology Integration for Students with Special Needs
- EDU 566 Language and Literacy for Students at Risk
- EDU 586 Studies in Disability and Exceptionality
- EDU 587 Directed Readings in Education and Disability (1–3 credit hours)
- EDU 592 Assessment of Ability and Achievement
- EDU 595 Counseling Techniques
- EDU 596 Counseling and Collaboration with Diverse Populations
Special Education concentration: 12 credit hours
Required core: 11 credit hours
Electives: 9 credit hours
Program total: 32 credit hours




