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Overview
Teaching our youngest children requires a special blend of understanding, managerial and interpersonal skills. Early elementary teaching is a demanding but rewarding profession, particularly in a climate in which inclusion is, more and more, the reality of contemporary classrooms.
Key facts:
Each course of Special Education at Arcadia University embeds these themes within the content of the course in the following ways:
- Focusing on the necessity of consultation, collaboration, and team teaching to provide effective services that build communities of support for students.
- Stressing inclusion as the default option for all students while striving to build communities of diverse individuals.
- Designing authentic, meaningful instruction that addresses real needs of students and families.
- Engaging in self-reflection and reflection on current practices that fosters growth and visionary programming.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Cultural Foundations of Education
- Interpreting Educational Research
- Instructional & Asstistive Technology
- Inclusive Education
- Disability Studies & Special Education Law
- Supporting Students with High Incidence Disabilities
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 18 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Education Special Education View 703 other Masters in Special Education in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- A graduate application, including personal statements
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution with a recommended GPA of 3.0 or better.
- Students holding a B.A. or B.S. degree in Education who are seeking an initial teaching certification (Instructional I) must submit passing scores from a provider of one of the approved basic skills assessment tests: PAPA, CORE, SAT or ACT.
- One official transcript from each college, university or professional school attended.
- Two letters of recommendation. The letters must be of a professional, not personal nature.
- Applicants for Pennsylvania Teacher Certification Programs must submit current clearances for Child Abuse, Criminal Background Check and FBI Fingerprinting.
- International applicants should visit www.arcadia.edu/international for detailed information on admission requirements and application procedures.
- In addition to the general admission requirements, students must have a portfolio review.
Tuition Fee
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International
15600 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 780 USD per credit during 18 months. -
National
15600 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 780 USD per credit during 18 months.
Living costs for Glenside
1000 - 1500 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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