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California State University Bakersfield |
| 2005 - 2007 Catalog |
General Information Program Overview Special Education Program Descriptions
Specialist in Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe Disabilities
Special Education Intern Credential Program Graduate Degree Program
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Department Chair: Dr. Eun-Ja Kim Park, Ph. D. Department Office: Education Building, 211 Telephone: (661) 654-3166 e-mail: lstone3@csub.edu Website: www.csub.edu/SpecialEd/ Faculty: K. Fuller, Y. Lee, P. Patterson, C. Petit, A. Van Reusen, Janie Webb (FERP)
The Special Education Credential Programs offer two credential area options: (1) Educational Specialist in Mild/Moderate Disabilities; and (2) Educational Specialist in Moderate/Severe Disabilities. These credential options are offered at the main campus and also at the CSUB Antelope Valley campus. Beginning the Fall Quarter of 2005, Educational Specialist in Mild/Moderate Disabilities will be offered at the College of the Canyons campus through Extended University.
Candidates are required to complete Level I (Preliminary Credential) program first and then complete Level II (Professional Clear Credential) in Special Education. The Preliminary Level I Credential is valid for five (5) years. During this time, the candidate must complete Level II program for a Professional Clear Credential. The Induction Plan for Level II must be developed within 130 days after the completion of the Level I program.
Additionally, the Special Education Program offers Intern Credential Programs in either Mild/Moderate Disabilities or in Moderate/Severe disabilities. Intern Programs offer two options: (1) completing Level I and then return to pursue the Level II program; or (2) completing Level I and Level II programs combined in one sequence. All requirements for Intern Credential Programs are the same as the traditional Level I and Level II programs, except for the field experience components.
Candidates may begin the program during any quarter. Orientation and information sessions (Level I, Level II, or Intern Program) are offered at the beginning of each quarter except for the summer. Candidates are required to attend the orientation session prior to submitting application materials. Each candidate is assigned a faculty advisor when admitted to the program, and candidates are required to consult with their advisor in developing the program plan. All admission requirements and course sequences for Special Education programs are the same for the main campus, the CSUB Antelope Valley campus, and the College of the Canyons campus.
The Department of Special Education is accredited by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) and the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). The department offers exemplary credential and master degree programs in Mild/Moderate Disabilities and Moderate/Severe Disabilities including an Intern Credential Program. Special Education Program Descriptions
Level I: Preliminary Special Education Credential Programs
Admission Requirements: • Take/Pass the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST) • BA or BS degree with an overall GPA of 2.67 or higher, or 2.75 or higher GPA in the last 90 quarter units • Pass the CSET subject matter competency test or SSAT and PRAXIS test • Complete EDEL 240 Introductory Fieldwork or CAFS 210 Observation of Children or EDSE 241 Early Field Experience in the Secondary School
A student must maintain a 3.00 or higher GPA in all credential courses to remain in the program. Educational Specialist in Mild/Moderate Disabilities or in Moderate/Severe Disabilities
Candidates may choose an option in either Mild/Moderate Disabilities or Moderate/Severe Disabilities. The prerequisites are the same for both options. However, candidates are required to successfully complete specific courses for the chosen option.
Prerequisites: • Passage of CSET-Multiple Subject or SSAT/PRAXIS • Nine units of pre-service coursework and early field experience courses in Elementary or Secondary emphasis: EDEL 240 Introductory Fieldwork or CAFS 210 Observation of Children or EDSE 241 Early Field Experience in the Secondary School • EDSP 501 Advanced Study of Teaching Special Populations • EDSP 502 Field Experience I: Observation/ Participation • Minimum GPA of 2.67 overall or 2.75 last 90 quarter units (Exceptional admission is an option for those not meeting either GPA requirement) • Register, take and pass the CBEST with an overall score of 123 or better • U.S. Constitution
Course Sequence for Mild/Moderate Disabilities Credential Option
Note: Candidates have the option to enroll in either the Elementary Education (EDEL) or Secondary Education (EDSE) courses.
Phase I: Foundation & Basic Understanding
1. General Education EDEL 421 Foundations of American Education (2) or EDSE 405 Special Methods (5) EDBI 476 Introduction to Language Acquisition and Development (3) 2. Special Education EDSP 503 Communication and Consultation: Collaborative Partnership (5) EDSP 506 Characteristics of Mild/Moderate Disabilities and Curriculum Adaptation (5)
Phase II: Skill Development
1. General Education EDEL 437 Curriculum and Instruction of Mathematics (3) EDEL 420 Literacy Acquisition-A (4) or EDEL 406 Reading Across Curriculum (5) 2. Special Education EDSP 505 Classroom Management and Positive Behavior Support (5) EDSP 508 Assessment of Students with Mild to Moderate Disabilities (5) EDSP 545 Instructional Strategies for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities (5)
Phase III: Field Experience 1. General Education EDEL 450 Field Experience in Elementary Classroom (5) or EDSE 450 Secondary Field Experience for Special Education majors (5) 2. Special Education EDSP 625 Field Experience II: Student Teaching Mild/Moderate Disabilities (5)
Course Sequence for Moderate/Severe Disabilities Credential Option
Note: Candidates have the option to enroll in Elementary Education (EDEL) or Secondary Education (EDSE) courses. Please consult with academic advisor for this option.
Phase I: Foundation & Basic Understanding
1. General Education EDEL 421 Foundations of American Education (2) or EDSE 405 Special Methods (5) EDBI 476 Introduction to Language Acquisition and Development (3) 2. Special Education EDSP 503 Communication and Consultation: Collaborative Partnership (5) EDSP 517 Characteristics of Moderate/Severe Disabilities and Curriculum Adaptation (5)
Phase II: Skill Development
1. General Education EDEL 437 Curriculum and Instruction of Mathematics (3) EDEL 420 Literacy Acquisition-A (4) or EDSE 406 Reading Across Curriculum (5) 2. Special Education EDSP 505 Classroom Management and Positive Behavior Support (5) EDSP 631 Assessment of Individuals with Moderate/Severe Disabilities (5) EDSP 632 Curriculum & Instruction for Students with Moderate/Severe Disabilities (5)
Phase III: Field Experience - Special Education
1. General Education EDEL 450 Field Experience in Elementary Classroom (5) or EDSE 450 Secondary Field Experience for Special Education Majors (5) 2. Special Education EDSP 635 Field Experience II: Student Teaching in Moderate/Severe Disabilities (5)
Field Experience/Student Teaching and Placement Request
Special Education program candidates are required to complete their field experiences/student teaching in both (a) general education classrooms and (b) special education classrooms after completing all other required courses. The general education student teaching requires five (5) weeks of half-day student teaching in either the elementary classroom or secondary classroom. The special education student teaching requires full-day student teaching for the entire quarter.
The request for field experience/student teaching placements must be submitted to the Field Experience Coordinator/Department Office by the fifth week of each preceding quarter. The placement request form is available at the Department of Special Education office.
The first seminar session for Special Education student teaching is typically held on the first class meeting date of each quarter. This is a mandatory seminar for all student teachers. The General Education student teaching seminar information is usually provided by the student teaching placement office prior to beginning the field experience in the general education classroom. In addition, the General Education student teaching is scheduled during the summer session for the special education credential candidates.
Level II: Professional Clear Special Education Credential Programs
Admission Requirements: • Successful completion of the Preliminary Level I Education Specialist Credential and receipt of the Level I Credential or a Certificate of Eligibility for the Level I Credential issued by a recommending university. • Verification of employment in a special education position that is likely to have sufficient duration for the Level II program to be completed. (Employment as a substitute teacher will not meet this requirement.) • An overall GPA of 3.00 or better; an overall GPA of 2.75 is needed for Special Admission. • Attend a Level II program orientation meeting held at the beginning of each quarter.
Course Sequence
Phase I: Establishing Direction 1. EDSP 650 Application of Theory into Practice: Induction Seminar (2) 2. EDSP 660 Professional Development in Specialized Areas (1-5) 3. EDSP 680 Current Instructional Practices for the Diverse Learner (3)
Phase II: Gaining Focus 1. EDSP 529 Transition and Career Education* (3) 2. EDSP 688 Research in Special Education* (3) 3. EDSP 690 Advanced Behavioral and Environmental Support (3)
* These two courses (EDSP 529 and EDSP 688) are also required for the Master’s Degree in Special Education.
Phase III: Assuming Leadership 1. EDSP 695 Professional Leadership Seminar (2)
Additional California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) Requirements
1. Technology in Education: EDCI 579 and EDCI 560 or Equivalency waiver (CTAP I & CTAP II Certificates) 2. Health Education: BIOL 320 or Equivalency waiver for Health Education 3. CPR Certificate 4. U. S. Constitution Special Education Intern Credential Program
The Special Education Intern Credential Program offers two options: (1) Preliminary Credential (Level I) and (2) Clear Credential (Level I & Level II) programs in either Mild/Moderate or Moderate/Severe Disabilities. All required courses for the Level I and Level II Intern Program are the same as the traditional program requirements except for the field experience requirement. Intern program candidates are required to successfully complete six intern seminars (EDSP 636 A-F) during the two-year span, while traditional program candidates are required to successfully complete student teaching in a general classroom setting (EDEL 450 or EDSE 450) in addition to student teaching in a special education classroom (EDSP 625 or EDSP 635). The Special Education Intern Credential Program is also available at the CSUB Antelope Valley campus.
Prerequisite requirements for the Intern Program: • Bachelor’s Degree • Passage of CBEST • Subject Matter Competency (CSET or SSAT & PRAXIS passage) • U. S. Constitution • Pre-service course work (EDEL 240 or EDSE 241, EDEL 421 or EDSE 405 and EDSP 501& EDSP 502). These courses may be taken during the first quarter as an Intern.
Course Sequence in Intern Credential Programs
Option I Intern Credential Program Candidates in Option I program are required to complete all required Phase I & II courses for Level I program within two years with six (6) intern seminars of EDSP 636 A-F.
Option II Intern Credential Program Candidates in the Option II program are required to complete all required courses for Level I & II within two years with six (6) intern seminars of EDSP 636 A-F. This option is recommended only for those who hold general education credentials at the time of application to the Intern Credential Program.
California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC) Requirements
1. Technology in Education: EDCI 579 and EDCI 560 or Equivalency waiver (CTAP I & CTAP II Certificates) 2. Health Education: BIOL 320 or Equivalency waiver for Health Education 3. CPR Certificate 4. U. S. Constitution Graduate Degree (Master’s degree) Program in Special Education
The Department of Special Education offers programs and services leading to the Master of Arts in Education with a concentration in Special Education in the areas of mild/moderate disabilities and moderate/severe disabilities. This MA degree concentration is individually designed to reflect the student’s interests. In addition, two state-recognized credentials can be earned. These professional certificates are the Mild/Moderate Disabilities and the Moderate/Severe Disabilities credentials. Technological applications and multicultural considerations are emphasized in all programs.
Requirements for MA in Education with a Concentration in Special Education (General)
Prerequisites: 1. EDSP 501 Advanced Study of Teaching Special Populations (5)
Core Requirements: 1. EDRS 680 Educational Statistics (4) 2. EDRS 681 Research Design and Analysis in Education (3)
Concentration: Mild/Moderate Disabilities
Phase I: Foundation and Basic Understanding 1. EDSP 503 Communication and Consultation: Collaborative Partnership (5) 2. EDSP 506 Characteristics of Mild/Moderate Disabilities & Curriculum Adaptation (5)
Phase II: Skill Development 1. EDSP 505 Class Management and Positive Behavior Support (5) 2. EDSP 508 Assessment of Students with Mild to Moderate Disabilities (5) 3. EDSP 545 Instructional Strategies for Students with Mild/Moderate Disabilities (5) 4. EDSP 688 Research in Special Education (5) 5. EDSP 529 Vocational Education and Transition for Exceptional Students (5) 6. Elective: Recommend EDSP 680, 690, 660, 695 or EDAD or EDBI course (2-3 units)
Phase III: Culminating Activity (select one): EDSP 691 Master’s Project in Special Education (5) or EDSP 692 Master’s Examination in Special Education (5) or EDSP 693 Master’s Thesis in Special Education (5)
Education and Counseling graduate students who have met the GWAR for their credential(s) using the alternative of 41 or higher on the writing portion of the CBEST may carry this forward for the Master of Arts in Education and Master of Science in Counseling, respectively.
Concentration: Moderate/Severe Disabilities
Phase I: Foundation and Basic Understanding 1. EDSP 503 Communication and Consultation: Collaborative Partnership (5) 2. EDSP 517 Characteristics of Moderate/Severe Disabilities & Curriculum Adaptation (5)
Phase II: Skill Development 1. EDSP 505 Classroom Management and Positive Behavior Support (5) 2. EDSP 631 Assessment of Individuals with Moderate/Severe Disabilities (5) 3. EDSP 632 Curriculum and Instruction for Students with Moderate/Severe Disabilities (5) 4. EDSP 688 Research in Special Education (3) 5. EDSP 529 Vocational Education and Transition for Exceptional Students (3) 6. Elective: Recommend EDSP 680, 690, 660, 695 or EDAD or EDBI course (2-3 units)
Phase III: Culminating Activity EDSP 691 Master’s Project in Special Education (5) or EDSP 692 Master’s Examination in Special Education (5) or EDSP 693 Master’s Thesis in Special Education (5)
(See page 415 for course descriptions.)
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