Special Education
The Master of Education (MEd) in Special Education program prepares teachers to develop and implement culturally responsive special education services for students with disabilities. The program focuses on the unique needs of (a) children and youth with disabilities; (b) Alaska's diverse Native and non-Native communities; and (c) Alaska's remote and rural communities.
Bachelor of Arts: Special Education
Bachelor degree programs are designed to prepare students for employment, or graduate school, in their chosen field.
Typically a bachelor degree program is 120 credits (four years).
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS (2012-2013 CATALOG)
The M.A.T. in Special Education program prepares teacher candidates to develop and implement culturally responsive special education services for students with disabilities. The program focuses on the unique needs of: (a) children and youth with disabilities; (b) Alaska’s diverse Native and non-Native communities; and (c) Alaska’s remote, rural, and urban communities. Candidates who complete the M.A.T. in Special Education program can receive an Alaska Teaching Certificate with an Endorsement in Special Education (Grades K-12) from the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development.
The M.A.T. in Special Education program is designed to accommodate working professionals. Courses are offered in the evenings and in the summer, and all courses are offered online and/or via audioconference. This e-Learning format allows candidates who live and work in Alaska’s remote and rural communities to remain in their home communities while completing their graduate studies.
| Minimum Credit Hours | 39 | ||
| Prerequisites | 9 | ||
| ED | S380 | Multicultural Education | 3 |
| ALST | S300 | Alaska Studies | 3 |
| EDSE | S482 | Inclusive Education for Students with Disabilities | 3 |
| Program Requirements | 36 | ||
| ED | S688 | Student Teaching | 6 |
| EDSE | S605 | Early Childhood Special Education | 3 |
| EDSE | S610 | Assessing of Students with Disabilities | 3 |
| EDSE | S612 | Curriculum & Strategies: Low Incidence | 3 |
| EDSE | S622 | Curriculum & Strategies: High Incidence | 3 |
| EDSE | S677 | Language & Literacy: Assessment and Intervention | 3 |
| EDSE | S685 | Transition Considerations for Secondary Students with Disabilities | 3 |
| EDSE | S692 | Special Education Seminar | 3 |
| EDSE | S694 | Special Education Practicum | 3 |
| EDSE | S695 | Professional and Ethical Practice | 3 |
| EDSE | S698 | Master’s Research Project | 3 |
| Select one from the following (3 credits): | |||
| ECE | S661 | Literacy and Young Children | 3 |
| ED | S603 | Alaska Literature for Young People | 3 |
| ED | S615 | Literacy in the Intermediate and Middle School Grades | 3 |
| ED | S626 | Classroom Research | 3 |
| ED | S627 | Educational Research | 3 |
| ED | S631 | Advanced Educational Psychology | |
| EDET | S628 | Technology in Instructional Design | 3 |
| EDMA | S608 | Mathematical Problem Solving: An Overview for K-8 Teachers | 3 |
| EDRE | S678 | Literature and Reading: Supporting Readers | 3 |
| EDRE | S679 | Reading and Literacy in the Content Areas | 3 |
| EDSE | S609 | Classroom Management & Child Guidance in Early Childhood | 3 |
| ____ | S___ | Approved Instructor Elective | 3 |
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Master of Arts in Teaching: Special Education
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS (2012-2013 CATALOG)
The M.A.T. in Special Education program prepares teacher candidates to develop and implement culturally responsive special education services for students with disabilities. The program focuses on the unique needs of: (a) children and youth with disabilities; (b) Alaska’s diverse Native and non-Native communities; and (c) Alaska’s remote, rural, and urban communities. Candidates who complete the M.A.T. in Special Education program can receive an Alaska Teaching Certificate with an Endorsement in Special Education (Grades K-12) from the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development.
The M.A.T. in Special Education program is designed to accommodate working professionals. Courses are offered in the evenings and in the summer, and all courses are offered online and/or via audioconference. This e-Learning format allows candidates who live and work in Alaska’s remote and rural communities to remain in their home communities while completing their graduate studies.
| Minimum Credit Hours | 39 | ||
| Prerequisites | 9 | ||
| ED | S380 | Multicultural Education | 3 |
| ALST | S300 | Alaska Studies | 3 |
| EDSE | S482 | Inclusive Education for Students with Disabilities | 3 |
| Program Requirements | 36 | ||
| ED | S688 | Student Teaching | 6 |
| EDSE | S605 | Early Childhood Special Education | 3 |
| EDSE | S610 | Assessing of Students with Disabilities | 3 |
| EDSE | S612 | Curriculum & Strategies: Low Incidence | 3 |
| EDSE | S622 | Curriculum & Strategies: High Incidence | 3 |
| EDSE | S677 | Language & Literacy: Assessment and Intervention | 3 |
| EDSE | S685 | Transition Considerations for Secondary Students with Disabilities | 3 |
| EDSE | S692 | Special Education Seminar | 3 |
| EDSE | S694 | Special Education Practicum | 3 |
| EDSE | S695 | Professional and Ethical Practice | 3 |
| EDSE | S698 | Master’s Research Project | 3 |
| Select one from the following (3 credits): | |||
| ECE | S661 | Literacy and Young Children | 3 |
| ED | S603 | Alaska Literature for Young People | 3 |
| ED | S615 | Literacy in the Intermediate and Middle School Grades | 3 |
| ED | S626 | Classroom Research | 3 |
| ED | S627 | Educational Research | 3 |
| ED | S631 | Advanced Educational Psychology | |
| EDET | S628 | Technology in Instructional Design | 3 |
| EDMA | S608 | Mathematical Problem Solving: An Overview for K-8 Teachers | 3 |
| EDRE | S678 | Literature and Reading: Supporting Readers | 3 |
| EDRE | S679 | Reading and Literacy in the Content Areas | 3 |
| EDSE | S609 | Classroom Management & Child Guidance in Early Childhood | 3 |
| ____ | S___ | Approved Instructor Elective | 3 |
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| Exit Criteria: | |||
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Master of Education: Special Education
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS (2012-2013 CATALOG)
| Minimum Credit Hours | 33 | ||
| Prerequisites | 3 | ||
| EDSE | S482 | Inclusive Classrooms for All Children | 3 |
| Program Requirements | 30 | ||
| EDSE | S605 | Early Childhood Special Education | 3 |
| EDSE | S610 | Assessing of Students with Disabilities | 3 |
| EDSE | S612 | Curriculum & Strategies: Low Incidence | 3 |
| EDSE | S622 | Curriculum & Strategies: High Incidence | 3 |
| EDSE | S677 | Language & Literacy: Assessment and Intervention | 3 |
| EDSE | S685 | Transition Considerations for Secondary Students with Disabilities | 3 |
| EDSE | S692 | Special Education Seminar | 3 |
| EDSE | S694 | Special Education Practicum | 3 |
| EDSE | S695 | Professional and Ethical Practice | 3 |
| EDSE | S698 | Master’s Research Project | 3 |
| Select one from the following (3 credits): | |||
| ECE | S661 | Literacy and Young Children | 3 |
| ED | S603 | Alaska Literature for Young People | 3 |
| ED | S615 | Literacy in the Intermediate and Middle School Grades | 3 |
| ED | S626 | Classroom Research | 3 |
| ED | S627 | Educational Research | 3 |
| ED | S631 | Advanced Educational Psychology | 3 |
| EDET | S628 | Technology in Instructional Design | 3 |
| EDMA | S608 | Mathematical Problem Solving: An Overview for K-8 Teachers | 3 |
| EDRE | S678 | Literature and Reading: Supporting Readers | 3 |
| EDRE | S679 | Reading and Literacy in the Content Areas | 3 |
| EDSE | S609 | Classroom Management & Child Guidance in Early Childhood | 3 |
| ____ | S___ | Approved Instructor Elective | 3 |
Exit Criteria
- Satisfactory completion of all courses
- GPA of 3.00 or higher
- An approved Master's Research Project
UAS is an open enrollment institution, this means that you do not have to be in a UAS degree program to take a class. Anyone can take our classes as long as they meet the course pre-requisites.
Models, theories, laws, and philosophies that form the basis for special education practice. Characteristics and educational implications of various exceptionalities; models of consultation and collaboration between general and special educators; strategies for supporting students with exceptional learning needs in inclusive settings.
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78374 | JD1 | Susan Andrews | DISTELIVE Thursday 5:30p - 6:30p 9/3 - 12/14 |
Course meets online via Elluminate. Requires access to a computer with Internet, e-mail and DVD. Access this course from UAS-Online at uas.alaska.edu/online. Postings and on-line discussions will be through the course site. Order books from MBS at direct.mbsbooks.com/ualaska.htm or call 1-800-325-3252. If unfamiliar in using Elluminate, contact the Help desk at 1-877-465-6400 or www.uas.alaska.edu/helpdesk prior to the start of class for a tutorial. For more information call (907) 796-6533.
Tuition and fees: $624 (additional charges may apply)
Guidance and management practices based on multiple aspects of typical and atypical child development; current research and theories of child development; using developmentally effective approaches to connect with children and families; techniques to support trust building and promote healthy, respectful, supportive, and challenging learning environments for young children with and without exceptional learning needs. 25 hours lab required. Grade of B or better required for degree program.
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78375 | JD1 | Susan Andrews | DISTELIVE Monday 5:30p - 8:00p 9/3 - 12/14 |
Course meets online via Elluminate. Requires access to a computer with Internet, e-mail and DVD. Access this course from UAS-Online at uas.alaska.edu/online. Postings and on-line discussions will be through the course site. Order books from MBS at direct.mbsbooks.com/ualaska.htm or call 1-800-325-3252. If unfamiliar in using Elluminate, contact the Help desk at 1-877-465-6400 or www.uas.alaska.edu/helpdesk prior to the start of class for a tutorial. For more information call (907) 796-6533.
Tuition and fees: $1197 (additional charges may apply)
Use of assessment information in making eligibility, program, and placement decisions for individuals with exceptional learning needs, including those from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds; basic terminology used in assessment; administration, and interpretation of nonbiased formal and informal assessments; screening, pre-referral, referral, and classification procedures; use and limitations of assessment instruments. Requires Internet access.
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78376 | JD1 | Jill Burkert | DISTAUDIO Monday 5:30p - 8:00p 9/3 - 12/14 |
Audio call: 1800-570-3591 pin 7797550. Requires access to a computer with Internet, e-mail and DVD. Access this course from UAS-Online at uas.alaska.edu/online. or call 1-800-325-3252. Order books from MBS at direct.mbsbooks.com/ualaska.htm or call 1-800-325-3252. For more information call (907) 796-6424 or 1-866-465-6424 toll-free.
Tuition and fees: $1197 (additional charges may apply)
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78377 | JD2 | Jill Burkert | DISTAUDIO Thursday 5:30p - 8:00p 9/3 - 12/14 |
Audio call: 1800-570-3591 pin 7797550. Requires access to a computer with Internet, e-mail and DVD. Access this course from UAS-Online at uas.alaska.edu/online. or call 1-800-325-3252. Order books from MBS at direct.mbsbooks.com/ualaska.htm or call 1-800-325-3252. For more information call (907) 796-6424 or 1-866-465-6424 toll-free.
Tuition and fees: $1197 (additional charges may apply)
Evidence-based strategies to individualize instruction for students with low incidence disabilities; the development and implementation of Individual Education Programs for students with intensive needs. Emphasizes functional academics and self help skills. Requires Internet access.
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78378 | JD1 | Adrainne Thomas | DISTELIVE Tuesday 5:30p - 8:00p 9/3 - 12/14 |
Course meets online via Elluminate. Requires access to a computer with Internet, e-mail and DVD. Access this course from UAS-Online at uas.alaska.edu/online. For more information call 1-907-796-6533. Order books from MBS at direct.mbsbooks.com/ualaska.htm or call 1-800-325-3252. If unfamiliar in using Elluminate, contact the Help desk at 1-877-465-6400 or www.uas.alaska.edu/helpdesk prior to the start of class for a tutorial. For more information call (907) 796-6533.
Tuition and fees: $1197 (additional charges may apply)
Use of assessment information in designing language and literacy instruction for individuals with exceptional learning needs, including those from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds; evidence-based strategies to teach accuracy, fluency, and comprehension in content area reading and written language; alternative and augmentative communication systems. Requires Internet access.
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78379 | JD1 | Susan Andrews | DISTELIVE 5:30p - 8:00p 9/3 - 12/14 |
Course meets online via Elluminate. Requires access to a computer with Internet, e-mail and DVD. Access this course from UAS-Online at uas.alaska.edu/online. Order books from MBS at direct.mbsbooks.com/ualaska.htm or call 1-800-325-3252. If unfamiliar in using Elluminate, contact the Help desk at 1-877-465-6400 or www.uas.alaska.edu/helpdesk prior to the start of class for a tutorial. For more information call (907) 796-6533.
Tuition and fees: $1197 (additional charges may apply)
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78380 | JD1 | Jill Burkert | DISTAUDIO Tuesday 5:30p - 8:00p 9/3 - 12/14 |
Audio: call 1-800-570-3591, pin 7797550. Requires access to a computer with Internet, e-mail and DVD. Access this course from UAS-Online at uas.alaska.edu/online. Order books from MBS at direct.mbsbooks.com/ualaska.htm or call 1-800-325-3252. For more information call 907-796-6533.
Tuition and fees: $1197 (additional charges may apply)
Field-based experiences in diverse school settings and affiliated programs designing and implementing instruction for individuals with exceptional learning needs under the guidance of experienced special educators and university faculty. Internet access required.
Prerequisite: Admission to a graduate program in special education, and advisor or instructor approval. Must be taken concurrently with EDSE 695.
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78382 | JD1 | Jill Burkert | DISTWEB 9/3 - 12/14 |
Choose this course if your student teaching supervisor is in Juneau. Requires access to a computer with Internet and e-mail. Access this course from UAS-Online at uas.alaska.edu/online. Order books from MBS at bookstore.mbsdirect.net/ualaska.htm or call 1-800-325-3252. For more information call (907) 796-6533.
Tuition and fees: $1227 (additional charges may apply)
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 79616 | JD2 | Jill Burkert | DISTWEB 9/3 - 12/14 |
Choose this course if your student teaching supervisor must travel by plane to supervise you. Requires access to a computer with Internet and e-mail. Access this course from UAS-Online at uas.alaska.edu/online. Order books from MBS at bookstore.mbsdirect.net/ualaska.htm or call 1-800-325-3252. For more information call (907) 796-6533.
Tuition and fees: $1547 (additional charges may apply)
Candidates use the Exceptional Children (CEC) Special Education Standards, UAS School of Education Goals, and Alaska Teacher Standards to engage in systematic reflection on their work with individuals with exceptional learning needs. Internet access required.
Prerequisite: Admission to a graduate program in special education, and advisor or instructor approval. Must be taken concurrently with EDSE 694.
| CRN | SECTION | INSTRUCTOR | MEETS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78384 | JD1 | Adrainne Thomas | DISTELIVE Thursday 5:30p - 8:00p 9/3 - 12/14 |
Course meets online via Elluminate. Requires access to a computer with Internet, e-mail and DVD. Access this course from UAS-Online at uas.alaska.edu/online. Order books from MBS at bookstore.mbsdirect.net/ualaska.htm or call 1-800-325-3252. If unfamiliar in using Elluminate, contact the Help desk at 1-877-465-6400 or www.uas.alaska.edu/helpdesk prior to the start of class for a tutorial. For more information call 1-907-796-6533.
Tuition and fees: $1197 (additional charges may apply)