波特兰州立大学

Develop as a highly reflective and responsive early childhood educator or social service professional who has a deep understanding of the role of development, diversity, and culture in the lives of young children and their families.

The Master's in Early Childhood: Inclusive Education is a fully online, interdisciplinary program focused on inclusive education for young children, birth through age 8, and their families. Engage in early childhood courses reflecting an inquiry-based, constructivist approach to teaching and learning, framed by the pursuit of equity.

Graduates understand how to implement an inclusive approach, guided by a commitment to anti-bias education. This non-licensure program allows you to complete at your own pace, within seven years, with a focus on one of the following: Infant Toddler Mental Health, Constructivism, or Early Childhood Special Education.

EARLY CHILDHOOD: INCLUSIVE EDUCATION AND CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION MASTER'S DEGREE: WHY PSU?

Online Learning: Develop skills in virtual communication. Collaborate with colleagues from around the nation and globe.

Action Research: Inquire into a question or problem in your professional work that you feel passionate about through the culminating action research sequence.

Innovative Practice: The program draws on the practice of educators at the Helen Gordon Child Development Center. Our curriculum includes anti-bias and inquiry-based education. Internships and practicum experiences can be arranged.

Study Abroad: Explore early childhood centers, preprimary schools, and infant-toddler centers around the world.

Summer Intensives: Learn constructivist curriculum such as making learning visible, ecology, and reuse materials through our optional summer intensive opportunities at the Helen Gordon Child Development Center.

Interdisciplinary Faculty: Core classes are co-taught. Faculty include early childhood faculty in the Curriculum & Instruction and Special Education departments.

University Support: PSU’s individual support resources and real-world applications incorporate the needs of the whole person. Our students are encouraged to nurture strong convictions and fearless confidence.

WHAT CAN I DO WITH AN ONLINE MASTER'S DEGREE IN EARLY CHILDHOOD: INCLUSIVE EDUCATION AND CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION?

Our graduates advance as leaders in their field. Graduates immerse themselves in inclusive early childhood programs, including preschools, infant/toddler classrooms, public programs, and Head Start centers. Other graduates have pursued careers in mental health, curriculum development, teacher mentorship, and a range of social and community organizations serving families.

Our graduates work as:

• Early Childhood Educators and K-2 Teachers (including special education)
• Pedagogical Leads and Directors
• State-level specialist and coordinators
• Home Visitors and Home Visitor Supervisors
• Faculty and professional development coordinators