Master of Education in Special Education: Generic - Supervision (M.Ed.)
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This program focuses on supervision of special education processes and programs while providing services for students identified with high incidence disabilities. Assessment techniques and collaboration with a wide range of professionals and parents form the foundation of this program.
Learning Model
Online
Credit Hours
36 credits
Maximum Transfer Hours
6 credit hours
Subject to approval
Tuition Estimates
Average In or Out of State
$415-500 per credit hour
Tuition rates are based on your residency determination of Texas Resident, Non-Resident, or Foreign. Please consult the Admissions site for more information.
About This Program
The goal of the Master of Education in Special Education degree with a concentration in Generic Special Education-Supervision is to prepare professional educators with advanced competencies related to the supervision of Special Education Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) processes as well as the direction of other Special Education professionals in the school or clinic. Graduates learn strategies to provide leadership on their campus or district to increase the provision of best practices in programming, instruction, and assessment to improve outcomes for students/clients in all relevant settings.
Key Courses
EDSP 5301: Educational Appraisal of Exceptional Children
Appraisal instruments and techniques employed by relevant disciplines in determining appropriate educational placement and programming for exceptional children.
EDSP 5304: Instructional Strategies for Teaching Students with High Incidence Disabilities
Covers strategies for supervising the teaching of learners with various disabilities using differing models of instruction and approaches, including materials development and evaluation.
EDSP 5307: Collaborative Problem Solving in Special Education
Prepares students to identify and address current problems and future trends in special education using collaborative skills and strategies.
EDSP 5308: Authentic Assessment for Students with Exceptionalities
Authentic appraisal strategies and techniques to document the strengths and needs of students with exceptionalities in a naturalistic setting.
Why Special Education - Supervision?
Collaborative
Prepares professionals to communicate effectively and supervise colleagues to support students with disabilities.
Professional
Focuses on supervising colleagues concerning the use of research-based practices in special education for effective assessment and instructional planning for students with disabilities.
Expertise
Emphasizes enabling colleagues to apply knowledge and skills in school-based settings to develop learning plans for students with disabilities.
More info about this program
- Learn skills to become a leader on campus.
- Enhance opportunities to change the outcomes for teachers and students.
- Prepare for responsibility and recognition through the lens of special education service delivery.
- Position your future to excel as a go-to mentor on campus.
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College of Education
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Address
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Email
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