Master of Education in Special Education General Curriculum or Special Education Adapted Curriculum
The Master of Education in Special Education, General Curriculum or Special Education Adapted Curriculum are designed for licensed teachers who wish to:
- Earn a master’s license,
- Further their professional development
- Pursue National Board Certification
These programs are offered both online or on campus.
- Small, informal classes, or fully online instruction
- Designed to be completed in 18 months
- Full summer schedule of classes
- Transfer for up to 9 grad credits
- Virtual options available
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from accredited institution
- Official transcript from any institutions from which the applicant seeks to transfer credits
- Grade-point average of 3.0 or higher at the undergraduate level
- Satisfactory score on the GRE or MAT
- A valid and active NC SP1 license in the appropriate teaching area
- Submission of an essay
- Two letters of recommendation
Exit Criteria:
- 3.0 GPA with no more than one C; no grade of F
- Presentation of Research
Programs leading to the M.Ed. for those individuals seeking a first license or Standard Profession 1 (SP1) licensure are also available.
Once admitted, candidates may earn a Master of Education degree in Special Education General Curriculum by completing an additional 21 hours of professional studies, and specialty studies coursework.
Special Education General Curriculum (30 Hours)
Professional Studies
- EDU 6110 Introduction to Educational Research (3)
- EDU 6310 School, Community, and Family Collaboration (3)
- EDU 6580 Current Issues in Education (3)
- EDU 6900 Teacher as Researcher: Implementation of Research (3)
Specialty Studies
- SPE 5280 Exceptionality, Diversity and Difference (3)
- SPE 6320 Classroom Assessment, Teaching, and Learning Strategies in Special Education (3)
- SPE 6330 Evidence-Based Practices in Special Education (3)
- SPE 6340 Research-based Literacy Methods (3)
Electives: Choose two elective graduate courses (5000- or 6000-level) in areas outside of the major to complete degree requirements.
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Special Education Adapted Curriculum (30 Hours)
Professional Studies
- EDU 6110 Introduction to Educational Research (3)
- EDU 6310 School, Community, and Family Collaboration (3)
- EDU 6580 Current Issues in Education (3)
- EDU 6900 Teacher as Researcher: Research Implementation (3)
Specialty Studies
- SPE 6330 Evidence-Based Practices in Special Education (3)
- SPE 6400 Strategies for Teaching Students with Autism (3)
- SPE 6420 Assistive Technology to Support Literacy and Communication (3)
- SPE 6440 Supporting Students with Serious Medical Issues and Their Families (3)
Electives:
Choose two elective graduate courses (5000- or 6000-level) in areas outside of the major to complete degree requirements.
Faculty Contact:
Natasha Veale, Ph.D.
Dean of School of Social Sciences and Education, Professor of Special Education and Special Education Program Coordinator
336-272-7102 ext. 5355
natasha.veale@greensboro.edu
