Special Education
General
Program Title
Special Education
Degree Designation
MIN
Award Type
Minor
Program Level
Undergraduate
Instruction Mode
On Campus
Program Description
Students in the Special Education Minor learn to identify and teach students who have a range of learning, emotional and physical disabilities including mild-moderate autism spectrum disorders, developmental disabilities, emotional/ behavioral disorders and learning disabilities. The Special Education Minor can be taken in conjunction with majors that will work with various disability populations.
Department/Unit(s)
College/School
College of Education and Learning Design
Status
Active
Required GPA for graduation
2
Requirements
Program Learning Outcomes
Outcome
Summarize the concepts of special education as a foundation on which to base practice.
Outcome
Apply understanding of legal aspects of special education to various course projects and assignments.
Outcome
Chart categorical disabilities eligible for special education services under federal and state law.
Outcome
Analyze how to communicate and interact with students, families, other teachers, and communities to support student learning and well-being.
Outcome
Reflect on evidence and research-based special education practices to create a personalized statement of teaching philosophy.
Degree Maps
Major Code
3011
Program Code
3011.01