special education - master of education
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Special Education Graduate Program
FALL 2012
Signing Up
Full Admission
UG GPA 2.5
Good standing on previous graduate work
GPA 3.0 on first 6 hours (no grade below a B)
Praxis I (reading writing and math) passing scores
Mrs. Lambert Says:
Don’t wait to take your Praxis tests
You don’t want to be unable to register for your next semester
A Word About Test Scores
Your Praxis scores are checked twice
Our program checks your scores for admission to the program
The state checks your scores when you apply for a license
If the cutoff changes before you apply for a license you will be held to the MOST RECENT cutoff
What Does This Mean?
If the cutoff goes up- you may have to retake the test before applying for a license
This DOES NOT apply if you already have a license
This DOES NOT apply if you meet the new cutoff already
Why is This Important?
Because the scores just went up
Praxis Reading 172
Praxis Writing 173
Praxis Math 172
Making the grade
3.0 GPA overall
B average on core courses (EPY 601, ELR 605)
No more than 2 Cs, no Ds, no Fs
CAUTION: All grades in graduate school count toward GPA, even if you retake and make a higher grade. So get it right the first time!!
Classes can only be retaken once, so be very careful.
Dr. K says
All of the classes are online
You must keep up in online classes
If you feel yourself getting behind call for help
The longer you wait the less likely it is you
can fix things
Secrets of Success in an Online Degree Program
You must have access to a reliable computer and high speed Internet
You can use libraries or campus labs, but consider availability and time limits
Your computer must have capacity to do all tasks for each class
Work with DSU IT 846-4444 or 866-264-1465 (toll free)to troubleshoot your problems
Wimba: Opportunities and Expectations
Opportunities
Live class meetings in your pajamas!
All the snacks you provide for yourself
Visual and auditory
Time for questions and interactions
Archived sessions you can revisit
Expectations
Other than under extraordinary circumstances, attendance is mandatory
Notify instructor if you cannot attend
Participation is expected
If you cannot attend live you must view the archived session
A Word About Financial Aid
Rules for financial aid are mostly federal regulations; DSU has little discretion
Dropping a class always has financial implications; check with student business services before you drop a class even if you do not receive financial aid
If you register for classes but decide not to attend, officially withdraw before classes start so you will not incur financial penalties
Financial aid will not pay for classes that are not on your program of study or for classes taken on non-degree status
Dr. Hartley says
You need to proactive about financial aid
Ask questions
Don’t make assumptions
Academic Advisement
You are expected to meet with your academic advisor at least once a semester to plan your program and register for classes
These meetings can be in person, on the phone, or by email
Do not make changes to your schedule without prior approval from your advisor
Do not ask for PIN numbers over phone or by e-mail other than in the context of an advisement meeting
For program issues see Dr. Hartley, for personnel issues see Dr. Garrison 846-4370
The team says:
We believe in systematic academic advisement
But you are an adult with adult responsibilities
We try to find a balance of faculty guidance and candidate self advocacy
Achieving Your Goals
Exiting the program
GPA 3.0
B average in core classes
No more than 2 Cs, no Ds, no Fs
PRAXIS I, PLT*, Specialty* (0354)
Application for written comprehensive exams
Application for graduation
Internship (supervised)
Program assessments
Seeking Licensure
Application online
Conference with advisor about supplemental endorsements
* Send an e copy of your PLT
passing score and your Specialty 0354 passing score with sub scores to your advisor.
Eight Program Assessments (for details see assessment manual)
Praxis II Specialty Area (0354)
Comprehensive Examination
TWS: Special Education- (Preplanning)
TWS: Special Education (Post-planning)
Teacher Intern Assessment Instrument
Special Education Professional Folio
Individualized Education Case Study
Special Education Assessment Folio
Other Assessments
Required
PLT ( you must take ONE of the following)
Principles of Learning and Teaching: (must take ONE of the following)
Grades K–6 (0622 or 5622) Cutoff 160
Grades 5–9 (0623 or 5623) Cutoff 160
Grades 7–12 (0624 or 5624)Cutoff 157
Think About
221 license The license you receive after
completing this program (221 license) only qualifies your to teach in inclusive settings.
Fundamental Subjects: Content Knowledge (0511) This qualifies you to teach core
subjects to students with disabilities (910 license)
Endorsement in Severe Disabilities Requires just 3 more courses- CSP
648, CSP 583 and CSP 585