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

Student Learning Outcomes

Students will demonstrate the knowledge to be successful teachers.
Students will be able to implement effective instruction for diverse learners in various settings at the early childhood level.
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 - Foundations of Literacy Credits: 3 OR
INEC 514 - Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood Education Credits: 3

Inclusive Education Courses - Early Childhood (6 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

Early Childhood Education Courses (12 credits)

INEC 510 - Theory and Practice in Early Childhood Education Credits: 3
20 hours fieldwork required
INEC 511 - Curriculum and Methodology for Inclusive Early Childhood Education in Mathematics, Science, Technology, and Engineering Credits: 3
15 hours fieldwork required
INEC 512 - Curriculum and Methodology for Inclusive Early Childhood Education in Literacy, Language Arts, and Social Studies Credits: 3
15 hours fieldwork required
INEC 513 - Integrated Arts in Early Childhood Education Credits: 3

DASA/Bullying Workshop

Per NYS requirements, all candidates in teacher certification programs must show completion of this mandated workshop. Students pursuing additional/professional certification must have this in place either through a workshop that is verified on TEACH, or through a completed state-approved course linked to their initial certification program.

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