Master of Science in Education - Special Education, Grades 1-6

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Jan-2000Starting Month

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

The overall goal of the program is to provide teachers with the knowledge of instructional principles and practices for teaching students with disabilities and to offer the opportunity to pursue a master of science in education degree. Special educators in today's world are dedicated professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of children with disabilities. They are committed to the field of special education. They appreciate and embrace the diverse range of students' needs. They remain lifelong learners as they seek out and implement validated practices supported by research in the field. They are able to work effectively within a variety of settings, situations and personalities. Special education teachers are able to assess and evaluate student progress, make appropriate accommodations and deliver individualized instruction that is based upon each student's individual educational program. Finally, special educators are constant agents of positive change in a demanding yet exciting field. What Makes Niagara University's Special Education Program is Different from Other Programs? Niagara University's programs in special education emphasize knowledge of the foundations of special education, characteristics of learners, assessment, as well as instructional methods, accommodations and modifications for students within various special education programs. Additionally, Niagara's special education programs are housed in a College of Education that was one of the first in New York State to obtain national accreditation through NCATE, and has maintained this national accreditation continuously since 1984. Our special education master's program is now offered in a 100 percent online format for busy teachers who find it difficult to commute to campus, but who would like to have the opportunity to engage in professional development in a graduate program. This summary is for Master of Science in Education - Special Education, Grades 1-6.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Education and Training

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

Online

Admission Requirements

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If you have successfully completed a degree equivalent to the baccalaureate degree in the United States, you are considered a graduate applicant at NU. Other English Language requirements: A TOEFL score of at least 550 (paper exam) is required for admission. Students may take the TOEFL PBT (at least 550 score) until it is discontinued in their area and submit the scores for two years after the test date. If you attend high school where courses are taught in English, an SAT may be submitted in place of the TOEFL or IELTS.

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