Teaching, Learning and Leadership: Special Education, MS
Requirements for Students Matriculating in or before Academic Year 2026-2027. Learn more about Graduate College Academic Regulation 7.0.
Total Hours: 36
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Common Core | ||
| CIED 5053 | Curriculum Issues | 3 |
| CIED 5813 | Educational Advocacy and Leadership | 3 |
| or SPED 5643 | Working with Families of Students with Diverse Needs | |
| Hours Subtotal | 6 | |
| Research and Inquiry | ||
| Select 3 hours from the following: | 3 | |
| Pedagogical Research | ||
| Research Design and Methodology | ||
| Statistical Methods in Education | ||
| Single Case Designs in Behavior Analytic Settings | ||
| Hours Subtotal | 3 | |
| Program Core | ||
| Select 6 hours from the following: | 6 | |
| Characteristics and Teaching Methods for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders | ||
| Transition Into Adulthood for Individuals with Disabilities | ||
| Planning, Compliance and Current Practices | ||
| Area of Emphasis | ||
| Select one emphasis (15 hours) | 15 | |
| Behavior and Academic Interventionist | ||
| Psychology of Learning and Behavior | ||
| Applied Behavior Analysis | ||
| Applied Behavior Analysis II | ||
| Advanced Interventions for Increased Academic Achievement | ||
| Behavioral Assessment and Consultation | ||
| Or related coursework as deemed appropriate by student's advisor. | ||
| Mild/Moderate Disabilities | ||
| Select 15 hours from the following: | ||
| Reading & Writing Difficulties | ||
| Characteristics and Teaching Methods for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders | ||
| Characteristics of Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities | ||
| Improving Literacy Skills of Individuals with Disabilities | ||
| Models of Instruction in the Inclusive Classroom | ||
| Assessing Students with Disabilities | ||
| Classroom and Behavior Management | ||
| Culturally Responsive Teaching in Special Education | ||
| Or related coursework as deemed appropriate by student's advisor | ||
| Hours Subtotal | 21 | |
| Electives or Thesis | ||
| Select up to 6 hours with Advisor approval. | 6 | |
| Each student must complete either 6 hours of thesis (SPED 5000 or equivalent content course) or SPED 5150 (3 hours) and 3 hours of electives. Students must discuss their options with their advisor. | ||
| Hours Subtotal | 6 | |
| Total Hours | 36 | |
Graduate College Master's Program Requirements
Learn more about Graduate College 2026-2027 Master’s Degree Program Requirements. Check the General Graduate College academic regulations for minimal GPA, language proficiency and other general requirements.