波士顿大学

The Special Education Program at Boston University provides opportunities for students to prepare for careers as teachers in public and private school programs and in residential and vocational settings.

BU students specializing in the education of students with disabilities engage in a comprehensive course of study that includes a strong base in the arts and sciences, with coursework in the humanities, social sciences, and math and science, as well as in education, in general, and in special education. Fieldwork in area schools with students with and without disabilities is threaded all throughout the students’ course of study.

Teacher of Students with Moderate Disabilities (Grades 5–12) (total credits: 135)

Teachers of Students with Moderate Disabilities, Grades 5 through 12, are interested in teaching students who have mild to moderate learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and behavioral disorders/conduct disorders in middle and high school settings. Students in this program specialize in a subject that is taught in middle and high schools (math, history, English, political science, general science, physics, etc.) in?addition to specializing in the education of students with moderate disabilities.

Learning Outcomes

Curriculum, Planning, and Assessment: Promotes the learning and growth of all students by providing high-quality and coherent instruction, designing and administering authentic and meaningful student assessments, analyzing student performance and growth data, using this data to improve instruction, providing students with constructive feedback on an ongoing basis, and continuously refining learning objectives. (Well-Structured Lessons; Adjustments to Practice; Reflective Practice)

Teaching All Students: Promotes the learning and growth of all students through instructional practices that establish high expectations, create a safe and effective classroom environment, and demonstrate cultural proficiency. (High Expectations; Meeting Diverse Needs; Safe Learning Environment)

Family and Community Engagement: Promotes the learning and growth of all students through effective partnerships with families, caregivers, community members, and organizations.

Professional Culture: Promotes the learning and growth of all students through ethical, culturally proficient, skilled, and collaborative practice. (Meeting Diverse Needs)

Demonstrates Subject Matter Knowledge: Shows depth and breadth of knowledge needed?to teach the subject matter to students as evidenced by lesson planning and implementation.