has developed a program to meet the requirements for the Autism Spectrum Disorders Endorsement. It is designed to demonstrate that candidates have completed a competency-based sequence of courses totaling 12 credit hours. The program consists of four courses grounded in the cognitive, emotional and social development. This program provides teachers with the knowledge and skills in working with autistic students. Graduate and Professional Studies Autistic Spectrum Disorders Endorsement Program *completion of this program does not result in degree In 2012, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention s Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Network reported that approximately one in 88 children in the United States have an Autism Spectrum Disorder. This represents an increase in the prevalence of autism spectrum disorders. In the 1980 s autism prevalence was reported as one in 10,000. In the 1990 s, prevalence was one in 2500 and, later, one in 1000. ASDs are almost five times more common among boys (one in 54) than among girls (one in 252), and they are reported in all racial, ethnic and socioeconomic groups. Principal Certification Program 24 credits -with M.Ed. in Educational Leadership options 36 credits Required Courses SPE 515 Teaching Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder SPE 525 Autism Etiology and Characteristics SPE 526 Behavioral Analysis and Interventions for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders SPE 527 Communication and Social Competence for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders For the 30 credit M.Ed. Program add six more classes EDU 508 Contemporary Issues in Educational Technology EDU 518 Effective Instructional Strategies for Teaching Online EDU 536 Educational Psychology: Developing Learners EDU 538 Instructional Design and Curriculum Development EDU 599 Educational Research SPE 547 Teaching in the Inclusive Setting Master of Education 30 credits -with concentrations in Online Teaching, Autism or Curriculum and Instructional Leadership Special Education Certification Program 30 credits -with M.Ed. option 36 credits -with or without Specialist Certification (Concentration in Online Teaching included)
Graduate and Professional Studies M.Ed. in Instructional Technology The purpose of the Graduate Technology Programs is to prepare students with the tools and qualifications to be leaders in the technology field within any professional setting. The coursework includes hands-on application of research and theory for the improvement of teaching and learning. Students have an option to enter a program with or without the Pennsylvania Instructional Technology Specialist certification. All programs include the Concentration in Online Teaching. Principal Certification Program 24 credits -with M.Ed. in Educational Leadership options 36 credits Master of Education 30 credits -with concentrations in Online Teaching, Autism or Curriculum and Instructional Leadership Autism Spectrum Disorders Endorsement - 12 credits -with M.Ed. option - 30 credits Special Education Certification Program 30 credits -with M.Ed. option 36 credits This program will take a teacher with any level of computer skill and train them how to integrate technology into their lessons, classroom and curriculum. Jeff Bland, Master of Education student Apply Today!
Core Courses with or without Specialist Certificate EDU 505 Introduction to Educational Technologies* EDU 508 Contemporary Issues in Technology* EDU 509 Integrating Technology with Teaching and Learning* EDU 518 Online Course Design and Instructional Strategies* EDU 521 Introduction to Multimedia* EDU 525 Project EDU 527 Telecommunications and Networking EDU 537 Exceptional Individuals *Denotes coure needed for Online Teaching Concentration Degree includes the Concentration in Online Teaching without Specialist Certificate EDU 515 Educational Assessment EDU 522 Advanced Multimedia EDU 538 Instructional Design and Curriculum Development EDU 599 Educational Research with Specialist Certificate EDU 519 Practicum EDU 559 Assessment-General and Special Education EDU 567 The English Language Learner SPE 509 Content Area Instructional Strategies Fast Facts: Online Learning Stats There were an estimated 1,816,400 enrollments in distance-education courses in K-12 school districts in 2009-2010, almost all of which were online courses. 74 percent of these enrollments were in high schools. The types of online courses with the highest enrollments in school districts are credit recovery and dual-credit. 74 percent of school districts with distance education programs planned to expand online offerings over the next 3 years. The most common location for students accessing their online courses is their school, with 92 percent of students accessing courses (The International Association for K-12 Online Learning)
Graduate and Professional Studies Master of Education The 30 credit M.Ed. with options in concentrations in Autism Spectrum Disorders, Online Teaching, or Supervision and Curriculum Leadership is designed for the teacher who wants to gain new insight, skills and information that will help them become better teachers and leaders in their schools. Students will use current research from practitioners in the field of education. The National Association of Colleges and Employers found that in 2012, high school history teachers earned Principal Certification Program 24 credits -with M.Ed. in Educational Leadership options 36 credits Autism Spectrum Disorders Endorsement - 12 credits -with M.Ed. option - 30 credits Special Education Certification Program 30 credits -with M.Ed. option 36 credits -with or without Specialist Certification (Concentration in Online Teaching included) a starting salary of $47,000 a year with a master s degree. By comparison, high school teachers with only a bachelor s degree made anywhere from $4,300 to $9,200 less a year than those with a master s, depending on subject area. Apply Today!
Masters of Education Program Curriculum Required Courses EDU 508 Contemporary Issues in Technology EDU 518 Effective Instructional Strategies for Teaching Online EDU 536 Educational Psychology: Developing Learners EDU 538 Instructional Design and Curriculum Development EDU 599 Educational Research SPE 547 Teaching in the Inclusive Setting SPE 515 Teaching Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders Curriculum & Instructional Leadership EDU 507 Curiculum & Instruction Leadership EDU 577 Supervision & Management EDU 578 School, Community Relations Online Teaching Concentrations EDU 505 Introduction to Educational Technologies EDU 509 Integrating Technology with Teaching and Learning EDU 521 Introduction to Multimedia Autism Spectrum Disorders Program Endorsement SPE 525 Autism Etiology and Characteristics SPE 526 Behavioral Anaylsis and Interventions for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders SPE 527 Communication and Social Competence for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders Fast Facts: Teacher Coursework Teacher coursework in both the subject area taught and pedagogy contributes to positive education outcomes. Pedagogical coursework seems to contribute to teacher effectiveness at all grade levels, particularly when coupled with content knowledge. The importance of content coursework is most pronounced at the high school level. While the studies on the field experience component of teacher education are not designed to reveal causal relationships, they suggest positive effects in terms of opportunity to learn the profession and reduced anxiety among new teachers.
Graduate and Professional Studies Principal Certification Program The Principal Certification Program at Waynesburg University is designed to provide convenience for the working teacher leader. Our program uses state and national leadership standards to prepare future educational leaders with the practical skills and knowledge and expertise necessary to lead and administer a school community. Courses are taught by experienced practitioners who are or were school administrators. Classes are sequenced with cohorts starting during the fall to certify you by the end of the summer. Start in the fall and obtain your certification by the end of the summer! Master of Education 30 credits -with concentrations in Online Teaching, Autism or Curriculum and Instructional Leadership Autism Spectrum Disorders Endorsement - 12 credits -with M.Ed. option - 30 credits Special Education Certification Program 30 credits -with M.Ed. option 36 credits -with or without Specialist Certification (Concentration in Online Teaching included) Complete the program in three semesters! Being an instructional leader is a hallmark of effective principals. Effective principals are more likely to provide their teachers with the support and motivation they need to be effective teachers. The Wallace Foundation 2012 Apply Today!
Principal Certification Program Program Curriculum Required Courses for Certification EDU 507 Curriculum and Instructional Leadership-FA I EDU 516 Assessment, Data Collection, and Technology-FA II EDU 568 Internship-SUII EDU 575 Special Education Leadership-SPI EDU 577 Supervision and Management-SPII EDU 578 School, Community Relations-SUI EDU 585 Seminar in Educational Leadership Additional 12 credits for M.Ed. in Educational Leadership EDU 508 Contemporary Issues in Technology EDU 517 Instructional Leadership and Program Evaluation EDU 599 Educational Research Elective Effective September 1, 2012, candidates for Principal certification will be required to successfully complete the School Leadership Licensure Assessment Educational Leadership: Administration and Supervision test (1011 or 6011). Fast Fact: Jobs to Grow There are pockets in the country where growth of teaching and education administration positions will be greater. At the same time, a large number of education administrators are nearing retirement age, members of the baby boomer generation whose numbers add up to about 70 million. New school principals will be needed to replace retiring principals.
Graduate and Professional Studies Special Education Certification with an option for a M.Ed. in Special Education Are you a certified teacher in Pennsylvania hoping to add a Special Education certification to your instructional certificate? If so, please consider s Master of Education in Special Education or the Special Education Certification program in grades K-8 or 7-12. The Certification program consists of 10 courses and 30 credits. Two additional courses are required for the Master of Education in Special Education degree. As a student of either the Master of Education in Special Education or the Special Education Certification program, you will enjoy the optimum blend of theory, application, and field experiences to prepare you to teach students with special needs in the special education setting as well as the inclusive setting. Principal Certification Program 24 credits -with M.Ed. in Educational Leadership options 36 credits Master of Education 30 credits -with concentrations in Online Teaching, Autism or Curriculum and Instructional Leadership Autism Spectrum Disorders Endorsement - 12 credits -with M.Ed. option - 30 credits -with or without Specialist Certification (Concentration in Online Teaching included) Apply Today!
Required Courses EDU 567 English Language Learner EDU 599 Educational Research* SPE 505 Teaching Students with High Incident Disabilities SPE 506 Teaching Students with Low Incident Disabilities SPE 507 Special Education Processes and Procedures SPE 508 Technology and Support Instruction* SPE 509 Content Areas Instructional Strategies SPE 515 Teaching Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders SPE 516 Teaching Students with Behavioral and Emotional Disabilities SPE 517 Practicum SPE 547 Teaching in the Inclusive Classroom SPE 548 Advanced Special Education Processes, Procedures, & Instructional Strategies Certification 30 credits, M.Ed. 36 credits *Required for the M.Ed. Special Education Certification with an option for a M.Ed. in Special Education Admission Requirements Waynesburg University s Graduate Special Education program provides individuals the personalized instruction needed to handle the demands of successfully educating exceptional children. - Steven Hubsch, Graduate student Applicants to the Special Education Certification Program must meet the following additional criteria: Within one year of your Practicum: Current (no more than one year old) clearances for ACT 34 Criminal Record, ACT 151 Child Abuse Record, and FBI Federal Criminal History Within two years of your Practicum: TB test report with negative results Literacy instruction/methods course Math instruction/methods course Developmental or educational psychology course that addresses the prek- 8 grade band Existing Pennsylvania teacher certification in one of the following areas for 4-8 certification: Elementary K-6 Early Childhood PreK-4 Elementary Middle 4-8 Reading Specialist Existing Pennsylvania teacher certification in one of the following areas for 7-12 certifications: Secondary 7-12 Reading Specialist Students whose native language is not English must also submit an official report of TOEFL scores or other proof of competency in English.