Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed.

) Early Childhood Unified Education (birth through Kindergarten) Curriculum licensure/Master requirements:
SPED 752 SPED 750 SPED 755 SPED 753 SPED 731 Introduction to the Discipline of Early Education (3 cr.) Curriculum and Methods in Early Education (3 cr.) Inclusive Strategies and Intervention Preschoolers (3 cr.) Assessment Methods in Early Education Supporting Child with Significant Learning & Behavioral Concerns Family and Interprofessional Collaboration in Special Education Inclusive Strategies and Intervention Infants and Toddlers Student Teaching in Unified Early Childhood: Kindergarten/ Preschool Student Teaching in Unified Early Childhood: Infant / Toddler total hours (3 cr.)

recommended sequencing of courses:

All classes meet in Lawrence unless otherwise designated.

First Fall
SPED 752 Introduction to the Discipline of Early Education 3 cr. M 4:30-7:00pm SPED 750 Curriculum and Methods in Early Education 3 cr. W 4:30-7:00pm SPED 755 Inclusive Strategies and Intervention Preschoolers 3 cr. T 4:30-7:00pm

SPED 854

(3 cr.)

First Spring SPED 731 Supporting Child with Significant Learning & Behavioral Concerns 3 cr. Th 4:30-7:00pm SPED 753 Assessment Methods in Early Education 3 cr. T 4:30-7:00pm SPED 739 Student Teaching in Unified Early Childhood: Kindergarten/ Preschool or Infant/ Toddler 3 cr. 20 hrs for 14 weeks First Summer SPED 854 Family and Interprofessional Collaboration (Edwards Campus) 3 cr. Second Fall SPED 734 Inclusive Strategies and Intervention Infants and Toddlers 3 cr. W 4:30-7:00pm SPED 739 Student Teaching in Unified Early Childhood: Kindergarten/ Preschool or Infant/ Toddler 3 cr. 20 hrs for 14 weeks

EArlY CHIlDHOOD UNIFIED EDUCATION

The Early Childhood Unified Education program focuses on preparing professionals to meet the learning and development needs of all infants, toddlers, preschool and kindergarten-age children including those at-risk for and with disabilities and their families within natural and inclusive settings. Competencies address interdisciplinary approaches that integrate developmentally appropriate educational and early intervention strategies into holistic and functional activities for all young children and their families in settings such as homes, community childcare programs, preschools and kindergartens. Furthermore, the program emphasizes collaborative and team-based processes that empower families and program staff to work together to support the development of all young children. ECU Faculty Contacts: Dr. Eva Horn evahorn@ku.edu Dr. Barbara Thompson bthomps@ku.edu Dr. Greg Cheatham - gac@ku.edu

SPED 734

(3 cr.)

SPED 739

(3 cr.)

SPED 739

(3 cr.)

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Additional Courses required for the Master Degree:

PrE 715 Understanding Research in Education (3 cr.)

And one of the following:

SPED 898 SPED 899 Masters Project Masters Thesis total hours for Masters: (3 cr.)

PRE 715

(3 cr.) 33

Understanding Research in Education SPED 3 cr. (any semester)

Second Spring SPED 898/899

Project/Thesis 3 cr.

TH 4:30-7:00pm

W H Y C H O O S E U S...
The Department of Special Education at the University of Kansas consistently ranks as one of the top graduate-level special education programs in the country. In the 2011 edition of the U.S. News and World Report Americas Best Graduate Schools, Kansas was selected as the top graduate-level special education programs for public universities. Each year, the Department continues to enhance its masters programs to ensure the best preparation of special education teachers, teacher educators, administrators, and field researchers. Students who receive their professional development through the Department have the opportunity to learn and work closely with national and internationally renowned faculty. The Departments commitment to effective teaching, excellent field supervision and support for the novice special educators, innovation, and leadership make the University of Kansas a great place to begin or further a special education career.
To explore how your academic and career goals fit with this degree contact:

APPLICATION PROCESS: To apply online go to Graduate Studies http://graduate.ku.edu Set up an account to begin your application Follow procedural instructions under domestic or international students Department of Special Education

APPLICATION DEADLINES:
October 15 for Spring Semester March 15 for Summer & Fall Semesters

Early Childhood Unified Education licensure and Masters Programs

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Sherrie Saathoff Admissions and Recruitment specialeduadm@ku.edu

Pam Cullerton Special Education Masters Advisor Joseph R. Pearson Hall Room 523 (785) 864-4342 or pcullert@ku.edu

These programs lead to a teaching license in the state of Kansas, the Kansas Early Childhood Unified license (birth through kindergarten), making you eligible to teach both regular and special education students from birth through kindergarten.