Generalist Emphasis
The MA degree in Special Education with Generalist emphasis prepares teachers who will work with students who are identified with a variety of disabilities from moderate to severe intensity. The emphasis of the program content focuses on literacy and mathematics instruction, understanding standards and assessment, behavior, elementary and secondary differentiated instruction, and technology. Teachers completing this program will demonstrate the skills needed to provide appropriate academic and behavioral supports and accommodations for students with disabilities. The Special Education Generalist candidate is required to pass the approved Elementary Education content exam prior to entry into the preparation program, and the special education Generalist PLACE exam prior to licensing. The Generalist program consists of the required courses and practicum requirements agreed upon by the student and advisor. If a student enters the Master of Arts program in Special Education Generalist without a current teacher licensure, s/he is required to complete additional admission requirements and course requirements listed under Professional Teacher Education and determined by the licensing office.
For degree and program requirements, see:
Special Education M.A. — Generalist Emphasis