Special Education
"The great aim of education is not knowledge, but action."
Herbert Spencer, English philosopher, political theorist, and sociological theorist (1820-1903)
Why Special Education?
The Special Education Generalist K-12 for Liberal Arts majors provides you with instruction on how to facilitate individualized instruction, develop accurate student assessments, integrate learning strategies, and offer educational support. You'll learn how to provide instruction for students with learning and/or physical disabilities, focusing specifically on how to individualize classroom management and structure for these students.
Special Education in the Christian University
"Love is patient, love is kind..." CCU’s Special Education program prepares you to address the special challenges associated with students who have learning or physical disabilities. The School of Education integrates faith and learning, training you how to excel as a teacher, as well as a believer who shares God's love with students every day. Taught from a Christian worldview, CCU’s Special Education program helps develop you as an educator who is dedicated to addressing diverse learner needs with excellence, through servant-leadership in your field and in society. Small class sizes encourage individualized learning and networking, and allow you direct access to professors. Highly qualified faculty members equip you for teaching careers in all subjects, educating you so you can educate the leaders of the future.
Isabel Velasquez
Secondary Education Program - English major; Psychology minor
Why CCU?
CCU beat my other choices of Regis University and Colorado College, and it was really because I asked God to show me where to go. Right after I prayed for clarity, God showered ...
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Interesting Special Education classes I might take:
- Assessment for Students with Disabilities
- Language Development and Reading Disabilities
- Secondary/Transitional Issues in Special Education
What can I do after completing the Special Education Teacher Preparation Program?
- Teacher
- Private Tutor
- Educational Administration
