M.Ed. Early Childhood Education Birth–3rd Inclusive

 

Concordia University, Nebraska’s Master of Education in Early Childhood Inclusive Education degree is a 57-credit-hour degree program. It consists of comprehensive courses in diverse learning methods, along with an 18-hour supplemental endorsement option. This degree program includes two student teaching opportunities to build hands-on skill application.

Master's in Early Childhood Education- Birth to Third InclusiveFeatured Courses

As a student in the master's in early childhood education-birth to third inclusive at Concordia Nebraska, you’ ll have the opportunity to take specialized courses related to various aspects of early childhood education-birth to third inclusive profession. These classes, designed to equip you for leadership and service in various early childhood education-birth to third inclusive careers, are taught by some of our esteemed faculty who have extensive experience in their fields.

EDUC 574
Early Childhood Program Organization and Management 3 credits
This course focuses on organizing, planning, managing, and evaluating programs for young children. Childcare and preprimary programs are examined in light of current developmentally appropriate practice. Candidates will be introduced to the portfolio requirements for the program. (Also listed as EDUC 452)
EDUC 501
Contemporary Thought in Education 3 credits
This course provides an examination of the theoretical and philosophical bases for contemporary educational patterns; and current educational issues. Interests of the participants will determine the areas of application to private and public education.
EDUC 576
Behavior Management in Inclusive Settings 3 credits
This course explores fundamental concepts and issues related to behavior management at the school- wide and classroom level. Emphasis is placed on research-based intervention for behavioral issues. The instructional goals of this course are to provide candidates with theory, principles and procedures for serving the academic, social and emotional needs of students with emotional and behavior disorders in inclusive settings. To meet the goals, the course will be organized as follows: a) a brief overview of characteristics, b) planning and organizing instruction, c) assessment and educational placement considerations, d) curriculum and programming including scientifically research-based strategies, and e) educational, social and emotional issues across a lifespan. This course will include 10 hours of direct contact with young children, age’s birth through kindergarten, including those with special developmental and/or learning needs.
EDUC 650
Family and Culture 3 credits
Family and culture are integrally connected to children’s healthy growth and development. This course equips candidates to understand the complexity of families and to develop positive reciprocal relationships which support and engage diverse families as partners to support meaningful learning experiences and build effective learning environments.
EDUC 657
Teaching Students with Autism and Severe/Profound Disabilities 3 credits
This course provides historical, social, and legal foundations and skills for working within a framework of collaborative partnerships to support children with autism or severe disabilities across varied classroom settings. The roles of family members and consideration of diversity and multicultural backgrounds in educating children with severe disabilities and autism will be covered. This course will include characteristics of severe disabilities, autism, and special health care needs, methods of planning individualized instruction, and instructional strategies that support students with Autism and Severe/Profound Disabilities. In addition, technology applications for these populations will be discussed. This course will include 5 hours of direct contact with children with disabilities and 5 hours of observation.

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Master's in Early Childhood Education- Birth to Third InclusiveSample Schedule of Courses

The following sample course of study is an example of the sequence of courses you might take in order to receive your degree. Please plan to discuss your actual course of study with your advisor, who can help you stay on track to meet your academic and professional goals.

EDUC 574
Early Childhood Program Organization and Management 3 cr.
EDUC 563
Early Childhood Education Foundations and Program 3 cr.
EDUC 594
Research Evaluation and Design 3 cr.
EDUC 501
Contemporary Thought in Education 3 cr.
PSY 511
Psychological Foundations of Teaching and Learning 3 cr.
EDUC 578
Infants and Toddlers: Development, Methods, Curriculum & Assessment (Birth-3) 3 cr.
EDUC 565
The Young Child: Language and Literacy Development 3 cr.
EDUC 576
Behavior Management in Inclusive Settings 3 cr.
EDUC 559
Instructional Methods for Students with Learning Disabilities and Other Struggling Learners in Inclusive Settings 3 cr.
EDUC 580
Pre-Primary Education: Development, Methods, Curriculum & Assessment (Ages 3 through 5) 3 cr.
EDUC 650
Family and Culture 3 cr.
EDUC 657
Teaching Students with Autism and Severe/Profound Disabilities 3 cr.
EDUC 692
Observing and Assessing the Young Child with Disabilities 3 cr.
EDUC 583
Primary Education: Development, Methods, Curriculum & Assessment (Ages six through eight) 3 cr.
EDUC 564
Children's Literature- Literature for Young Children 3 cr.
EDUC 625
Serving and Leading in Community and World 3 cr.
EDUC 672A
Student Teaching 3 cr.
EDUC 672B
Student Teaching 3 cr.
54 Total Credits
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Early Childhood Education-Birth to Third Inclusive Faculty

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