Core Courses

Code

Title

Credits

Grade

EDE 701

Development & Organization of School Curriculum

3

RES 800

Methods of Research

3

Specialized Courses

ECE 700

Early Childhood Curriculum and Assessment

3

ECE  702

Advanced Childhood Development

3

ECE 703

Literacy Development

3

ECE 704

Special Topics in Early Childhood Education

3

ECE 705

Science & Math in Early Childhood

3

ECE 707

Leadership and Management in Early Childhood Settings

3

Cognate Courses

PSY 712

Advanced Psychology of Learning

3

ESP 610

Special Education Foundations and Collaboration

3

Electives

  (Elective is for students not required to complete an internship.)

(Select 1 course= 3 credits)

EDE

704

Introduction to Teaching English as a Second Language

3

EDE

709

Developing Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity

3

ESP

740

Nature/Characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorders

3

ESP

741

Communication, Behavior, and Instruction: ASD

3

ESP

742

Life Transitions and Partnerships

3

ESP

743

Navigation the Social World: ASD

3

Internship

The online program coordinator reviews student resumes upon admission to the program to determine which students will need to complete EDE 768 Teacher Education Internship.  You are responsible for providing the coordinator with an accurate resume that reflects your teaching experiences.  Those who do not have experience teaching Pre-K children (ages ranging from birth-age 5) will be required to complete the internship during semester 3, 4 or 5.  Practicing teachers should try to complete the internship during a summer semester. 

EDE 768

Internship

3

*Internship Note: The internship is to be completed during semester 3, 4, or 5 in the cohort cycle.  All internships must be pre-approved a semester in advance and all internship students must have appropriate clearances (ACT 34, 114, and 151 if PA internship; if you are completing an out-of-state internship clearances necessary for that state also apply.)  Schools or sites may require additional documentation.  Any additional documents/ requirements must be met in order for the internship to begin.

Capstone Experience

All students in the online program are required to demonstrate NAEYC and PDE competencies for Pre-K to grade 4.  In order to demonstrate program competencies you are required to prepare an electronic portfolio which is reviewed for graduation and program completion. 

Effective 2011

NOTE: Those seeking PA early childhood certification must also complete the following courses in order to meet PA Chapter 49 Regulations effective for any candidate applying for a PA instructional and/or educational specialist certificate on or after 2011.

Due to PA regulations CalU mandates the following: (a) at least 9 credits of special education/ accommodations and adaptations for students with disabilities in an inclusive setting and (b) at least 3 credits addressing instructional needs of English language learners.

Courses:

ESP 612   Evidence Based Practices- 3 credits  (Prerequisites: ESP 610 and ESP 701)

ESP 701   Intro to Behavioral Analysis- 3 credits

ESP 610  Special Education Foundations and Collaboration- 3 credits(already in cognate courses above)

and

EDE 704   Introduction to Teaching English as a Second Language- 3 credits or  EDE 709 Developing Cultural Awareness & Sensitivity- 3 credits

Note: If equivalent coursework at the undergraduate level has been completed, the candidate may request a course listed above to be waived that is equivalent to the graduate level course.  The program coordinator will review transcripts, course syllabi, etc. to determine whether coursework is equivalent.  The program coordinator has the sole discretion to accept or deny any equivalency requests.  If a course is determined to be equivalent additional coursework may need to be taken to fulfill the 33 credit M.Ed. requirements for the program and degree.