Inclusive Early Childhood Education (birth-grade 2), Same Developmental Level

Student Learning Outcomes

1. Students will demonstrate the knowledge to be successful teachers.
2. Students will be able to implement effective instruction for diverse learners in various settings at the early childhood level.
3. Students will be able to critically reflect on their teaching practice and the profession.

Core Courses (6 credits)

SPF 501 - Social Foundations of Education Credits: 3
SPF 520 - Teacher Learner Research and Inquiry Credits: 3

Extended Core Courses (9 credits)

INCL 601 - Diverse Learners, Learning and Learning Environments Credits: 3
INCL 602 - Differentiated Curriculum/Instruction and Collaborative Practice Credits: 3
LTED 600 - Theoretical Foundations of Literacy Credits: 3 OR
INEC 514 - Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood Education Credits: 3

Inclusive Education Courses - Early Childhood (9 credits)

INEC 503 - Assessment for Planning in Inclusive Early Childhood Education Systems Credits: 3
20 hours fieldwork required
INEC 520 - Literacy Assessment, Program Planning, and Assistive Technology for Diverse Learners Credits: 3
30 hours fieldwork required
INEC 620 - Diagnosis, Assessment and Teaching Mathematics to Diverse Learners Credits: 3

Elective Courses (6 credits)

*Literacy Education Electives (6 credits)
OR
*Annotation: Students with Severe or Multiple Disabilities (6 credits)
OR
*Inclusive Early Childhood Education Electives (6 credits)

Bullying Workshop

EDU 593 - Harassment, Bullying, Cyberbullying, and Discrimination in Schools: Prevention and Intervention (DASA Training) Credits: 0

Practicum and Seminar (3 credits)

See Guidelines for Practicum Placements for detailed requirements.

INEC 635 - Practicum and Seminar in Inclusive Education - Early Childhood Credits: 3

Inclusive Early Childhood Capstone Sequence (3 credits)

INEC 698 - Master’s Portfolio Seminar Credits: 0
(Note: INEC 698 must be completed prior to enrollment in INEC 690)
INEC 690 - Capstone Seminar Credits: 3
(Note: INEC 690 and INEC 699 must be taken concurrently)
INEC 699 - Master’s Portfolio Presentation Credits: 0