Master of Education in Special Education K-12
The Master of Education in Special Education K-12 program at Augustana is delivered completely online and is offered to those who hold a bachelor's degree with an emphasis in education and are eligible for licensure.
The program consists of completing a minimum of 30 credit hours in the following areas:
- General core - 12 required credits (4 - 3 credit courses)
- Specialization Education Core - 9 required credits (3 - 3 credit courses)
- Electives - 9 required credits (3 - 3 credit courses)
The program features elective courses provided by our continuing Education partners.
Mission Statement
Augustana University seeks to prepare graduates of the Master of Education in Special Education K-12 program to become well prepared teachers and leaders competent to support children and youth with disabilities in educational settings. The program provides in-depth knowledge within one K-12 Special Education specialization, as well as, application of research to educational practice.
Outcomes
Overarching Program Goals
The MEd Program candidates will:
- Assume the role of teacher-scholar
- Exhibit strong communication skills-Including writing with a variety of purposes/audiences in mind
- Demonstrate reflective, professional dispositions in both work, and interactions
Master of Education in Special Education K-12 Outcomes:
These outcomes are aligned with the Council for Exceptional children's Standards for Special Educators, which are the guiding state nad national standards.
- Apply legal and ethical standards related to the education of children and youth with disabilities.
- Use evidence-based, research-grounded interventions to the support learning and behavior of children and youth with disabilities.
- Develop and apply instructional practices based on knowledge of children and youth with disabilities, their families, communities, and curricular standards.
- Assess the development and learning of children and youth with disabilities, and use that information to direct and monitor the effectiveness of interventions.
- Develop skills for supporting collaboration with families, including skills needed to effectively collaborate with others to accomplish this.
- Analyze, synthesize, and apply research to inform professional practice.
- Demonstrate ability in scholarly writing.
SPED Degree Requirements