Overview
Special Education - Instruction from Wilmington University has three distinct options. Students will identify two of the three following categories to pursue:
- K-12 Teacher of Students with Disabilities
- Autism & Severe Intellectual Disabilities
- Early Childhood/Exceptional Children.
Learning outcomes
The Wilmington University's Master of Education Special Education: Instruction provides candidates interested in acquiring research-based skills, knowledge and practices in teaching students with disabilities. Students will identify two of the three following concentrations: K-12 Teacher of Students with Disabilities and/or Autism & Severe Intellectual Disabilities and/or Early Childhood/Exceptional Children. Candidates gain knowledge in practices related to instructional approaches, materials, and an integrated, comprehensive, balanced curriculum to support student learning in reading and writing; assessment strategies and practices to evaluate effective reading and writing instruction; awareness, understanding, respect, and a valuing of differences in our society; literate environments that foster reading and writing; and leadership and professional development opportunities.
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Assistive Technology (MH, SED, LD)
- Transition Planning & Implementation for Students with Disabilities
- Collaboration/Teaming with Families & Communities
- Assistive Technology
- Transition Planning & IEP Implementation for Students with Disabilities
- Teaming/Collaboration with Families & Communities
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Education Special Education View 3578 other Masters in Education in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
Wilmington University Application for Admission
$35 non-refundable application fee
Copy of Permanent Resident Card
Official Transcripts from United States institutions
Tuition Fee
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International
16890 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 563 USD per credit during 12 months. -
National
15360 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 512 USD per credit during 12 months.
Living costs for New Castle
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.