Special Education ,BAE
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The B.A.E. in special education is a practice-oriented degree program that uses extensive field experiences along with both general and special education methods courses to provide students with an understanding of a variety of classroom environments and the responsibilities of programming for children with disabilities. This program is unique in its focus on professional development, practical application of current theory and educational technologies. Students apply what they are learning by participating in field internships each semester that are directly linked to course discussions and assignments.
During the first two years of the program, students explore education as a career field and gain experience in local community schools and agencies. During the final two years, students complete educational methods courses in the evening at ASU at the Polytechnic campus and intensive field experiences in local K-12 classrooms. Graduates will be eligible for K-12 special education cross-categorical certification and may choose to dually certify in elementary education or in a specific content area for secondary education. Course instructors have taught in a variety of K-12 settings and augment class experiences with practical applications.
- College/school:
Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching and Learning Innovation
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First required math course: MAT 114 - College Mathematics
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
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The special education program focuses on preparing classroom teachers for the K-12 setting and related professions in the broader discipline. Additional career opportunities exist in the areas of professional development leadership, child care and tutoring. With advanced training, graduates can also pursue careers in a range of areas including school administration, curriculum and instructional design, counseling and physical education.
Division for Advancing Educator Preparation
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SANCA 140
polytechniceducation@asu.edu
480-727-1103
Program term definitions
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