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Teachers College, Columbia University
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Columbia University
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Degree Requirements

Master of Education

Master of Education: Instructional Practice in Special Education

Students interested in advanced study in selected areas of special education may seek the Ed.M., which represents a broadening and refinement of knowledge and skills in areas such as those listed above. Award of the Ed.M. requires satisfactory completion of a special project reflecting the attainment of advanced professional competencies.

Instructional Practice in Special Education

Core Requirements:

  • HBSE 5010     Study of the philosophic foundations of special education
  • HBSE 6010     Advanced study of problems and issues in special education

Specialization Requirements:

Students work in collaboration with a faculty advisor to select coursework that builds upon their previous professional experiences and increases their current repertoire of skills and knowledge.

Non-Department Courses Required:

  • HUDM 4122     Probability and statistical inference
  • HUDM 5122     Applied regression analysis

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