Master of Education in Special Education (Leads to Initial Teacher Licensure)

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Program Domains

Professional Learning and Ethical Practice -
Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Master of Education in Special Education program use foundational knowledge of the field and professional ethical principles and practice standards to inform special education practice, engage in lifelong learning, and advance the profession. (CEC 1.0, InTASC 9, 10)
- Apply ethical guidelines and legal policies and procedures. [MC2, MC5]
- Advocate for improved outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities and their families while addressing the unique needs of those with diverse social, cultural, linguistic, and technological backgrounds. [MC1, MC3, MC4]
- Participate in learning communities and professional learning activities based on self-reflection and ongoing analysis of student learning. [MC1, MC4]
- Examine professional development opportunities centered around professional standards, research, current technology, and contemporary best practices of education. [MC 4]
Learner Development and Individual Learning Differences -
Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Master of Education in Special Education program understand how exceptionalities may interact with development and learning and use this knowledge to provide meaningful and challenging learning experiences for individuals with exceptionalities. (CEC 2.0; InTASC 1, 2)
- Identify typical and atypical human growth when developing a comprehensive learner profile that can be used to address the needs of students with exceptionalities. [MC2, MC5]
- Create developmentally appropriate and meaningful learning experiences that address the individual strengths, needs, and interests of students with exceptionalities. [MC5]
- Identify diverse factors that affect student learning and motivation. [MC5]
Curricular Content Knowledge -
Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Master of Education in Special Education program use knowledge of general and specialized curricula to individualize learning for individuals with exceptionalities. (CEC 3.0, InTASC 4, 5)
- Apply knowledge of academic subject matter content of the general curriculum to inform programmatic and instructional decisions for individuals with exceptionalities. [MC2]
- Identify the differences between differentiation, modifications, and accommodations and how each is used to support student learning.
- Differentiate the general education curriculum to address skills and strategies that students need to access the core curriculum, meet individualized learning needs, and function successfully within a variety of contexts. [MC3, MC5]
Assessment -
Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Master of Education in Special Education program use multiple methods of assessment and data sources in making educational decisions. (CEC 4.0, InTASC 6)
- Analyze multiple measures of student learning and behaviors to evaluate and support classroom and school-based systems of intervention for students with and without exceptionalities. [MC2, MC5]
- Collaborate with stakeholders to assess and analyze students’ needs. [MC1, MC2]
- Identify culturally and linguistically appropriate measures and procedures that contribute to eligibility determination for special education services. [MC3, MC5]
- Develop formal and informal assessments that minimize bias and provide valid and reliable data regarding students’ growth and needs. [MC3, M5]

Instructional Planning and Strategies -
Graduates of Grand Canyon University’s Master of Education in Special Education program select, adapt, and use a repertoire of evidence-based instructional strategies to advance the learning of individuals with exceptionalities. (CEC 5.0, InTASC 7, 8)
- Apply findings from multiple assessments to identify students’ prior knowledge and skills and plan instruction that meets individual needs. [MC2, MC5]
- Identify instructional strategies, tools, and resources, including technology, based on student interest to increase motivation for learning and promote active student engagement. [MC2]
- Select instructional strategies, tools, and resources, including technology, that develop higher-order skills while meeting the diverse needs of learners. [MC2, MC5]

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Master of Education in Special Education (Leads to Initial Teacher Licensure)

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