Master of Arts in Education / Special Education
Fontbonne University
Program Details
The online Master of Arts in Education with a concentration in Special Education program is designed for teachers committed to enhancing the learning of students with special needs in grades K-12. The program provides opportunities to expand educators’ own knowledge, skills, and proficiency through courses, applied practices, and research. Coursework is designed to provide the tools necessary to meet the needs of students identified with specific learning difficulties while also providing topics of particular interest to each candidate. Courses include:
- Introduction and Methods of Teaching Cross-Categorical Disabilities
- Transition/Career Education for Students with Disabilities
- Differentiated Instruction
- Enhancing Student Achievement through Positive Behavioral Supports
- Understanding the Diverse Learner
Requirements
- Official transcripts from each institution attended
- Three professional references
- A self-statement of 300-500 words
- 3.0 cumulative GPA
Special Accreditation
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
School Accreditation Statement
Higher Learning Commission