Objectives

Students who earn their B.S. degree in Childhood Education and Special Education (Grades 1-6) will be prepared to 


  • Provide responsive instruction to students in grades 1-6 requiring special education.
  • Become leaders in the field by observing, training and working closely with committed professor educators.
  • Assess learning experiences and capabilities of diverse learners.
  • Apply cutting-edge developmental theories and models to the learning process.
  • Relate to and communicate with diverse learners. 
  • Motivate and inspire trust in every student.
  • Understand and be able to identify characteristics of learning challenged students.
  • Be aware of and sensitive to cultural differences.
  • Collaborate as part of community and workplace team.
  • Manage community education resources.
  • Prepare instruction plans that meet the needs of all students under supervision.
  • Teach literacy skills.
  • Be adept at using appropriate technology.
  • Help special education students acquire technology skills.