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Western Governors University
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Degree Title:
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M.S. in Special Education (PK-12)
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College:
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Western Governors University
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Degree Level:
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Master
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Accreditation:
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Western Governors University is the first and only online provider of teacher education to receive accreditation from the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). |
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Requirements:
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Applicants must possess a bachelor's degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution and valid teacher certification. |
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Program Desc:
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Make a difference become a highly qualified Special Education teacher. The M.S. in Special Education (PK-12) program offered by Western Governers University is appropriate for master’s candidates who already have teaching licensure, can devote 15-20 hours per week to their studies, wish to earn endorsement in special education, and advance their careers in this high-demand field. The program consists of three domains of knowledge (Instructional and Performance Improvement, Research Fundamentals, and Special Education) including WGU competency assessments, mentoring, and completion of a capstone project. The program prepares you to certify in special education and effectively teach students with mild to moderate cross-categorical disabilities. Graduates become better special education teachers and also develop sophisticated, graduate-level abilities in research fundamentals and instructional design principles. |
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