Degree Requirements
The MS in Childhood Education and Special Education (Dual Certification, Grades 1-6) requires the completion of 45 credits.
| EDUC 502 | Foundations in Urban and Multicultural Education |
| EDUC 506 | Language, Cognitive Development, and Cultural Diversity |
| EDUC 513 | Psychology of Teaching and Learning |
| EDUC 522 | Teaching Mathematics in Inclusive Settings |
| EDUC 523 | Practicum in Childhood Education |
| EDUC 524 | Teaching Social Studies and Science in Inclusive Settings |
| EDUC 527 | Classroom Management and Social Skills Development |
| EDUC 530 | Student Teaching Childhood Education |
| EDUC 536 | Teaching Literacy in the Inclusive Elementary Classroom |
| EDUC 602 | Research for Classroom Teachers |
| EDUC 628 | Assessment and Remediation of Literacy Disabilities |
| EDUC 712 | Strategies for Inclusion |
| EDUC 714 | Assessment and Instruction of Special Learners |
| EDUC 716 | Life Span Education: Transition from Birth to Adulthood |
| EDUC 760 | Student Teaching in Special Education |
Grades
All courses in the education program are evaluated with letter grades. The pass/fail distinction is used only with the final comprehensive exam. Students enrolled in the graduate program must maintain a 3.0 GPA throughout the course of study.
Exit Criteria and Certification
A student who successfully completes all academic and professional requirements will be recommended by the Teacher Education Department for initial/professional New York State certification in childhood education grades 1-6 and special education grades 1-6. Academic requirements include completion of all courses with the prescribed grades and grade point average. Professional requirements include demonstration of effective behaviors appropriate to the profession.
Workshop Requirements
In order to receive college endorsement for certification, students must complete the following state mandated workshops:
- Child Abuse Identification
- Violence Prevention
- DASA
The required autism workshop is integrated into coursework as approved by New York State Department of Education.