Inclusive Childhood Education (grades 1-6), Changing Developmental Level

Student Learning Outcomes

Students will be competent in the subject matter they will teach.
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 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

Inclusive Education Courses - Childhood (6 credits)

INCH 503 - Assessment and Planning in Inclusive Childhood Education Systems Credits: 3
20 hours fieldwork required
INCH 520 - Literacy Assessment, Program Planning, and Assistive Technology for Diverse Learners Credits: 3
30 hours fieldwork required

Childhood Education Courses (12 credits)

Take the following courses plus one 3-credit Literacy Specialist or Inclusive Childhood Education Elective:

INCH 510 - Science: Curriculum and Methodology for Inclusive Childhood Credits: 3
15 hours fieldwork required
INCH 511 - Mathematics: Curriculum and Methodology for Inclusive Childhood Credits: 3
15 hours fieldwork required
INCH 512 - Literacy, Language Arts, and Social Studies: Curriculum and Methodology for Inclusive Childhood Credits: 3
20 hours fieldwork required

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.

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

Inclusive Childhood Capstone Sequence (3 credits)

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