Michigan State University |
Quick Facts
| Institution Name | : | Michigan State University |
| Institution Type | : | Public |
| Campus Setting | : | Rural: Fringe |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | : | 16 to 1 |
| Student population | : | 46,985 (35,921 undergraduate) |
| City | : | East Lansing |
| State | : | MI |
| Zip code | : | 48824 |
Master of Arts in Special Education
The Masters Degree Program in Special Education offers emphasis areas in Learning Disabilities (LD) and Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The program is designed for highly committed and competent teachers in K-12 settings who have the skills, knowledge, and dispositions to become professional leaders, expert practitioners, and effective collaborators. You will learn research-validated methods and evidence-based practices, but equally important, you will have opportunities to apply those methods in authentic contexts to foster deep understanding and critical reflection. Throughout the Masters Program, you will engage in clinical projects and practicums that opportunities to engage in inquiry and to reflect on teaching practice with the support, feedback, and collaboration of the teaching faculty. Courses are taught by special education program faculty members who have extensive experience as researchers, teacher educators, and special education classroom teachers. Â
Other programs of Michigan State University
Certificate in Educational Technology
Master of Arts in Educational Technology
Master of Arts in Higher, Adult, and Lifelong Education
Michigan State University
Founded in 1855, Michigan State University’s Department of Education serves the state and nation through its research studies, initial teacher certification program, continuing education and a variety of services to state and local education agencies. The same expert MSU professors who teach in the classroom teach its online courses. Therefore, as an online student, you truly get the best of both worlds: a dynamic web-based learning experience grounded in the rich history and tradition of Michigan State University. Its online platform allows you to collaborate with classmates for group projects, correspond with your teacher, access course syllabi, explore an online library, and more. In addition, you'll also enjoy the same student support services, from academic advising to financial aid. Students applying to Michigan State University will have all the benefits of earning a degree from a well-established, nationally respected institution, with the convenience of an online delivery system that allows them to balance their professional and personal lives while obtaining an advanced degree.
Accreditation
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission