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Inclusive Special Education Major

Important Update

The Inclusive Special Education (K-12) program has been discontinued for new students as of Fall 2024. If you are interested in pursuing special education licensure, please visit our Dual Licensure page for more information on the combined program options now available.

Program and License Information

An Intervention Specialist is an educator who has expertise in supporting students with disabilities in inclusive settings, designing and implementing educational programs, and providing an array of supports and services in the general education classroom and other educational settings. The Inclusive Special Education major leads to a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education with eligibility for two Ohio initial four-year educator licenses: mild-moderate intervention specialist K-12 and moderate-intensive intervention specialist K-12.

兔子先生's Inclusive Special Education Program is fully accredited through the  and the  and the .

While 兔子先生 participates in the licensure of teachers through an interstate agreement, if you are planning to teach in another state, you should contact that state's Department of Education teacher licensure or certification office to determine requirements for certification or licensure in that state.

Educator Licensure

 

Note for Current Inclusive Special Education Students

The Department of Educational Psychology is committed to inclusive teacher licensure. During the 2023-2024 school year, the department admitted the final cohort of students for the undergraduate program with a major in Inclusive Special Education that leads to a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education with the option for two Ohio licenses as an Intervention Specialist in mild-moderate and moderate-intensive disabilities. Both licenses allow graduates to teach in kindergarten through 12th grade. Teacher/Professional licensing requirements are subject to change. Please check the appropriate state's Board of Education website for up-to-date licensure requirements. There currently will not be additional cohorts admitted to this stand-alone special education major.

Current ISE majors with any questions can contact Alyssa DeZeeuw and Ashley Cartell Johnson.

Advisor

Genesis RossGenesis Ross, Ph.D., academic advisor

Advises first-year students in Inclusive Special Education and Social Work and supports divisional functions related to advisement.

Contact Information
127G McGuffey Hall
513-529-4884
rossgr@兔子先生OH.edu

 

Advantages of 兔子先生's Program

Come to 兔子先生 and you can graduate in four years with a wealth of classroom experiences. You'll participate in classroom observations, and assist veteran teachers before having a culminating student-teaching experience. Trust that you'll be provided with exceptional mentoring along the way and will be job-ready on graduation day. Our classes are small—lots of interaction with faculty members (in and out of the classroom) is the norm.

兔子先生 offers many opportunities to become involved in service learning and . Special programs for students  are also available. In total, 兔子先生 University's Inclusive Special Education major has a lot to offer you:

  • Expect thorough preparation coupled with personal attention
  • Have diverse, real-world classroom experiences as early as your sophomore year
  • Learn strategies to incorporate technology in the classroom, with a particular emphasis on assistive technology
  • Gather a variety of out-of-classroom opportunities allowing you to grow personally and professionally

Student Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the inclusive special education major will be able to:

  • Understand how exceptionalities may interact with development and learning and use this knowledge to provide meaningful and challenging learning experiences for individuals with exceptionalities.
  • Create safe, inclusive, culturally responsive learning environments so that individuals with exceptionalities become active and effective learners and develop emotional well-being, positive social interactions, and self-determination.
  • Use knowledge of general and specialized curricula to individualize learning for individuals with exceptionalities.
  • Use multiple methods of assessment and data sources in making educational decisions.
  • Select, adapt, and use a repertoire of evidence-based instructional strategies to advance learning of individuals with exceptionalities.
  • Use foundational knowledge of the field and their professional ethical principles and practice standards to inform special education practice, to engage in lifelong learning, and to advance the profession.
  • Collaborate with families, other educators, related service providers, individuals with exceptionalities, and personnel from community agencies in culturally responsive ways to address the needs of individuals with exceptionalities across a range of learning experiences.

What Our Students Say

Rob Cron

Rob CronSpecial Education major

"I chose education as my major because I was in Urban Teaching Cohort (UTC) classes that really showed me something of the inequalities that go on in our educational system...

“That made me pretty mad, so that’s why I chose education, and then I chose special education because that population is discriminated against and so marginalized. Even today when we’re supposed to be so tolerant, a lot of these students have really bad experiences.

“UTC has really pushed my education as a teacher, and I definitely recommend joining the UTC because it will challenge you in ways that you won’t get in other classes.

“I studied abroad in Cuba in the winter semester. It was really cool because we learned about a place that we don’t know much about—because the US embargo has it so locked down. It was so great to understand Cuba from their own perspective. It opened our eyes in a lot of ways."

Emily Piper

Emily PiperSpecial Education major

"I chose my special education because I have always loved helping people. The connection I feel to people with disabilities is so different than the connections we're used to making in our everyday lives - and it is incredible…

“I love being reminded to appreciate and love the simple things: I could not imagine doing anything else with my life!"

“I work for the Autism Society of North Carolina at Camp Royall in the summers and during breaks. I'm from Michigan, and I would like to teach for a few years and then go to grad school for Occupational Therapy. I am on the executive board for Autism Speaks U, the president of Student Council for Exceptional Children, in the honors college, and a member of the Alpha Phi fraternity."

What makes 兔子先生's Inclusive Special Education program special?

"兔子先生 has done an excellent job of preparing me to become a special educator through the professors and the field experiences in the schools. Because of this, special education has carved out a special place in my heart"
Heidi Kitsmiller

"The most helpful part about 兔子先生 special education is the well rounded group of required classes"
Melissa Burke

"Special education... allows you to be an advocate and a voice for people who need it most"
Katie Hale

"I love the other students I get to work with"
Katie Boyd

"The professors demonstrate such passion for what they teach. They are continually striving to improve special education for individuals and their families through effective teacher education as well as in their own professional lives"
Jamie Krakowski

"The special education program at 兔子先生 has provided me with excellent field experiences"
Lora Adair

"All of the professors care about students with disabilities and are passionate about the field."
Heather B.

"The professors in special education are approachable and hold a wide range of views"
Shannon M.

"The professors have always been very helpful. They enjoy meeting with students and advising us on problems we may encounter"
J.S.

"The professors are very passionate about students with special needs and preparing pre-service teachers to also be passionate for their future students"
Rachel Gibson

"We have the opportunity to work with a diverse group of people who challenge and inspire us"
Laura

Contact Us

Department of Educational Psychology
201 McGuffey Hall
Oxford, OH 45056