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BS-Early ChildPreK-4/Special EdPreK-12

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Program Code

BS-ECHSP

Program Title

BS-Early ChildPreK-4/Special EdPreK-12

Program Level

Undergraduate Level

Degree

Bachelor of Science

Distance Education Program

No

Program Description

Mission of the Early Childhood Program: Gannon University’s Early Childhood PreK-4 program prepares skilled professionals who improve the educational experiences of young children by designing and delivering developmentally appropriate, child-centered curricula, instruction, and assessment. Further details are available in the Early Childhood Education PreK-4 curriculum section of this catalog.

Mission of the Special Education Program: Gannon University’s Special Education program prepares skilled professionals who improve the educational experiences of diverse learners by designing and delivering individualized curricula, instruction, and assessments in collaborative environments. Further details are available in the Special Education PreK-12 curriculum section of this catalog.

Embedded Field Experiences:

  • Six-15 hours (*): EDCR 106; ECED 104; ECED 209; SPED 245; EDCR 420; SPED 306; SPED 308; SPED 322; SPED 343; MLED 301; SPED 333

  • 30 hours (++): SPED 320

  • 60 hours (+): EDCR 105

  • Three-week field experience (90 hours) (**): ECED 200; ECED 202; ECED 300; SPED 307

Governing Body Name

Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE)

Governing Body Status

Accredited

Certification/Licensure Exam

Yes

National Certification/Licensure Eligibility

No

Candidates assess and analyze student learning and make appropriate adjustments to instruction, including differentiation for diverse and exceptional learners and monitoring student progress.

Candidates demonstrate a culture of learning.

Candidates demonstrate knowledge of research-based educational belief systems and pedagogical/subject-matter content.

Candidates establish and reflect on ongoing professional relationships with colleagues, students, parents, school districts, and the community to enhance student learning.

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Erie, PA 16541
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