Graduate Catalog 2021-2022

EDSE 507 Field-Based Experience

The special education teacher candidate will be provided opportunities to observe, analyze and reflect on issues including diversity, professionalism, best practices in teaching, rights and responsibilities, and instruction in a K-12 special education setting. EDSE 507 is a self-paced, module-based course, delivered through Blackboard. Assignments for EDSE 507 are described within eight modules. In addition to the eight modules, observations (70 hours) are required.
3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

EDSE 508 Workshop

A variety of workshops on special topics within the discipline. Goals and objectives will emphasize the acquisition of general knowledge and skills in the discipline.
1-4

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

ST - Repeatable under different subtitles with no limits on the number of times it can be repeated

EDSE 509 Strategies for Students with Exceptionalities

Provides effective strategies to education all students, particularly at secondary level. Overviews special education process and inclusive education models; characteristics, transitional needs, and culturally linguistically different exceptional learners and their families.
3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

EDSE 510 Foundations of Special Education

This course is designed to provide the historical and legal foundations of special education and the educational implications for educators of students with exceptionalities.
3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

EDSE 511 Content Accessibility for CLD and Students with Identified Needs

This course addresses culturally responsive theories, concepts, and research related to effective instructional planning and skill development for students with disabilities including those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and who are English language learners.
3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

EDSE 512 Assessment, IEP Development and Instructional Planning

Students gain knowledge and skills for selecting, adapting, and using assessments, developing Individualized Education Programs, and planning instruction within a continuum of service delivery models.
3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

EDSE 513 Professional Renewal

Update skills and knowledge of professionals in the discipline. Goals and objectives will be specifically directed at individual professional enhancement rather than the acquisition of general discipline knowledge or methodologies. S/U or letter graded.
1- 3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

ST - Repeatable under different subtitles with no limits on the number of times it can be repeated

EDSE 517 Alternate Field Based Experience

The special education teacher candidate will be provided opportunities to observe, analyze and compare/contrast special education programming in the United States to that of the teacher candidate's home country. The teacher candidate will reflect on issues including diversity, professionalism, best practices in teaching, students' rights and responsibilities, and instruction as related to K-12 special education settings. EDSE 517 is a self-paced, module-based course. Classroom observation hours are required. Individual assistance is provided as needed.
3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

EDSE 528 Linguistically Diverse Students with Low Incidence Disabilities

Introduce instructional and assessment issues related to the education of linguistically diverse students with low incidence disabilities.
2

Level Restriction

Include GR

EDSE 530 Family/Professional Partnerships

The course promotes in-depth reflection on collaboration with families of young children using a case method of instruction. Family systems perspectives and family centered approaches are emphasized.
3

Level Restriction

Include GR

EDSE 531 Assessment and Planning in Early Childhood Special Education

The course explores theory and application of assessment methods in Early Childhood Special Education. Cross-disciplinary approaches, matching assessment procedures to the intended purpose, and linked assessment/planning systems are emphasized.
3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

EDSE 532 Typical and Atypical Early Child Development: Application to Early Childhood Special Education

The course will explore typical and atypical patters of early child development; biological, cultural, and environmental influences; and implications for appropriate practice in Early Childhood Special Education.
3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

EDSE 533 Curriculum and Instruction in Early Childhood Special Education

The course explores recommended practices for inclusive education of young children with developmental concerns. Developmentally appropriate, individually responsive, cross-disciplinary, and evidence-based practices are emphasized across developmental domains.
3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

EDSE 534 Research, Policy, and Advocacy in Early Childhood Special Education

The course explores efficacy research, state and federal policies and systems, nationally recommended practices, and advocacy processes that support high quality services in Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE).
3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

EDSE 537 Practicum in EC/ESCE: Infants and Toddlers

Students build on knowledge and competencies gained throughout their master's program to synthesize their knowledge and apply recommended practices in EC/ECSE settings for children birth to 3 years of age.
2

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with a maximum of 6 credit hours

Course Fee

Supervision Fee Required

EDSE 538 Practicum in EC/ECSE: 3-5 years

Students build on knowledge and competencies gained throughout their master's program to synthesize their knowledge and apply recommended practices in EC/ECSE settings for children 3-5 years of age.
2

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with a maximum of 6 credit hours

Course Fee

Supervision Fee Required

EDSE 539 Practicum in EC/ECSE: 5-8 years

Students build on knowledge and competencies gained throughout their master's program to synthesize their knowledge and apply recommended practices in EC/ECSE settings for children 5-8 years of age.
2

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with a maximum of 6 credit hours

Course Fee

Supervision Fee Required

EDSE 541 Introduction to Visual Impairments and Deaf-Blindness

Historical perspectives and current educational services for student with visual impairment and deaf-blindness across the lifespan. Emphasis placed on growth and development and psychosocial effects of visual impairment.
3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

EDSE 543 Braille Codes and Formats

Study literary and nemeth codes, basic abacus operations. Techniques of teaching literacy skills to students with visual disabilities are included.
3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

EDSE 546 Principles of Orientation and Mobility

Philosophy and history of cane instruction, dog guides and other methods of travel. Techniques in developing orientation skills and pre-cane mobility instruction. Gross motor and concept development are presented.
3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

EDSE 547 Individual Instruction in Orientation and Mobility

Required laboratory arranged. A study of methods involved in general navigation and environmental awareness relating to severe vision needs. Travel techniques are gained while working under simulated conditions.
3

Prerequisites

(EDFE 125 with a minimum grade of S or Completion of Appl for Grad Lic Adm to PTEP) and (EDSE 546 with a minimum grade of C)

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with a maximum of 4 credit hours

EDSE 548 Medical and Educational Implications of Visual Impairments

Anatomy and physiology of the eye, medical and educational assessment of low vision and functional implications of various eye conditions. Techniques to develop use of functional vision.
3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

EDSE 549 Assessment of Students with Visual Impairments

Assessment procedures related to learners with visual impairments. Determination of learning needs and appropriate learning media. Relationship of assessment, IEP development and placement.
3

Prerequisites

(EDSE 541 and EDSE 548 with a minimum grade of C)

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

EDSE 550 Foundations of Deaf Education

This course is designed to provide the historical, legal, and cultural foundations of deaf education and the educational implications for the teacher and student who is deaf or hard of hearing.
3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore

EDSE 597 Effective Instruction in Special Education

This course addresses how to provide curriculum access and effectively teach skills in literacy, math, and general education content areas for students with exceptionalities. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based practices for targeted and embedded instruction of discrete skills in reading and math, and evidence-based strategies for adapting lesson plan formats and delivery modes to assure content access and student progress.
3

Class Restriction

Exclude Freshman and Sophomore