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Masters in Early Childhood

Degree At A Glance:

Number of Credits	36
Cost Per Credit	$ 300
Total Tuition	$ 10,800

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This Early Childhood Education program leads to T-5 certification in Early Childhood Education and is designed to prepare master teachers to work with children in grades PreK-5. This program also provides knowledge and skills for teachers to serve in leadership roles in curriculum development, supervision and research in the field of Early Childhood Education. Graduates become master teachers who are poised for administrative positions in all fields of education.

Program Contact Information
Program Advisor	Dr. Patricia Jenkins		229-500-4407
Online Specialist	Dr. Denata Williams	Schedule Now with Dr. Denata Williams	229-500-2913

Albany State University recommends the following course track for transfer students.
If you would like to use a different track, please contact your Online Support Specialist.

Area A: Nature of the Learner & Behavior Problems (3 hours)

Course Listing for Area A: Nature of the Learner & Behavior Problems
Course	Title	Credits
ECEC 5500	Early Childhood Development	3 hours ECEC 5500 - Early Childhood Development 3 credit hours Course Description Advanced course in the physical, emotional, social and intellectual development of infants and young children through nine years of age and in observations of children in this age period for the purpose of applying principles and plotting developmental changes. Observation-laboratory experiences will be included to reflect on those observations. Candidates must earn a minimum grade of B to receive credit for this course in the program of study.
SPED 5542	Behavior Modification for Exceptional Students	3 hours SPED 5542 - Behavior Modification for Exceptional Students 3 credit hours Course Description Application of behavior modification principles and behavior analysis in both general and special education classrooms.

Area B: Programs & Problems of the School (3 hours)

Course Listing for Area B: Programs & Problems of the School
Course	Title	Credits
ECEC 5518	Issues in Early Childhood Education	3 hours ECEC 5518 - Issues in Early Childhood Education 3 credit hours Course Description This course will focus on current research trends and issues, historical, philosophical and sociological influences that have shaped early childhood education. Controversial issues and alternative approaches to solve problems will be investigated.
EDUC 5509	Philosophy of Education	3 hours EDUC 5509 - Philosophy of Education 3 credit hours Course Description A study of the basic tenets of education focusing on current issues and their basic assumptions in schools. The derivations of issues and practices are analyzed.

Area C: Teaching Field (18 hours)

Course Listing for Area C: Teaching Field
Course	Title	Credits
ECEC 5512	Cultural Diversity in Early Childhood Education	3 hours ECEC 5512 - Cultural Diversity in Early Childhood Education 3 credit hours Course Description Educational programs for young children with varied cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. Opportunities will be provided for analysis and evaluation of these programs through selected field experiences and action research. Candidates must earn a minimum grade of B to receive credit for this course in the program of study.
ECEC 5525	Math Experiences for Young Children	3 hours ECEC 5525 - Math Experiences for Young Children 3 credit hours Course Description Theoretical viewpoints that have affected the teaching pre-mathematical and math concepts will be will be examined. Innovative mathematics projects and programs will be reviewed. Laboratory experiences will be arranged. Candidates must earn a minimum grade of B to receive credit for this course in the program of study .
ECEC 5527	Science Experiences for Young Children	3 hours ECEC 5527 - Science Experiences for Young Children 3 credit hours Course Description Theoretical viewpoints which have affected the teaching of science concepts will be reviewed. Curriculum, method, materials and technologies will be analyzed and evaluated in view of current research and practices. Candidates must earn a minimum grade of B to receive credit for this course in the program of study.
ECEC 5550	Social Studies in Early Childhood Education	3 hours ECEC 5550 - Social Studies in Early Childhood Education 3 credit hours Course Description This course will examine innovative techniques for teaching of social studies. Curriculum, methods and techniques will be analyzed and evaluated in view of current research and practices. Field experiences to include field-testing social studies projects will be required. Candidates must earn a minimum grade of B to receive credit for this course in the program of study.
EDRG 5594	Introduction to Theory & Pedagogy in Reading	3 hours EDRG 5594 - Introduction to Theory & Pedagogy in Reading 3 credit hours Course Description This course is designed to provide an overview of foundational knowledge for reading instruction and practical, technological, and theoretical information about the reading and writing processes needed to instruct diverse populations are covered. Current research in the field of reading education is included to equip the teacher with a balanced perspective.
EDUC 5000	Professional Development for Accomplished Teachers	3 hours EDUC 5000 - Professional Development for Accomplished Teachers 3 credit hours Course Description This course focuses on the self-assessment of individual student understanding and application of mastery outcomes based on National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. Emphasis will be upon preparing educators to assess their practice using the rigorous guidelines for the NBTS process.

Area D: Educational Research (6 hours)

Course Listing for Area D: Educational Research
Course	Title	Credits
EDUC 5500	Educational Statistics (Prerequisite for EDUC 5502)	3 hours EDUC 5500 - Educational Statistics (Prerequisite for EDUC 5502) 3 credit hours Course Description Application of basic descriptive statistics to education. Data graphs and tables, probability, sampling statistics, correlation and hypothesis testing are studied.
EDUC 5502	Action/Classroom Research	3 hours EDUC 5502 - Action/Classroom Research 3 credit hours Course Description A study of research methods, procedures and designs, including the preparation of research abstracts and action research as it applies to educational settings.

Area E: Teaching Field/Electives (6 hours)

Course Listing for Area E: Teaching Field/Electives
Course	Title	Credits
COUN 5000	Introduction to Counseling Profession	3 hours COUN 5000 - Introduction to Counseling Profession 3 credit hours Course Description This course offers an introduction and orientation to the counseling profession. The course includes studies of the history and philosophy of the profession; contemporary and emerging trends in counseling; professional organizations, publications, credentialing requirements including certification and licensure and accreditation standards; advocacy, public policy, and ethical codes that shape professional practice.
ECEC 5509	Theories, Design & Program Development in Early Childhood	3 hours ECEC 5509 - Theories, Design & Program Development in Early Childhood 3 credit hours Course Description Provides for the analysis and evaluation of the needs of both student and teacher in differentiated learning environments in the preschool primary grades in early childhood education. Curricula design will address varied philosophies, theories and methods of teaching and supporting auxiliaries. Candidates must earn a minimum grade of B to receive credit for this course in the program of study.
ECEC 5555	Creative Experiences in Early Childhood Education	3 hours ECEC 5555 - Creative Experiences in Early Childhood Education 3 credit hours Course Description Emphasizes a team teaching approach to the study of the creative process by use of selected topics of creative experiences in the living and learning of children. Candidates must earn a minimum grade of B to receive credit for this course in the program of study.
EDRG 5595	Diagnosis & Prescriptive Procedures in Rdg	3 hours EDRG 5595 - Diagnosis & Prescriptive Procedures in Rdg 3 credit hours Course Description Focuses on using assessment tools to plan, evaluate, and revise effective instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
EDRG 5596	Content Area Literacy	3 hours EDRG 5596 - Content Area Literacy 3 credit hours Course Description Focuses on instructional strategies of literacy skills teachers can use to help learners transfer skills in specific content areas.
SPED 5501	Exceptional Child	3 hours SPED 5501 - Exceptional Child 3 credit hours Course Description A survey course satisfying House Bill 671 and focusing on the characteristics, identification, prevalence, and programming of exceptionality areas for which children and youth may obtain special educational services.
SPED 5510	Characteristics of and Instructional Strategies for Teaching Mildly Disabled	3 hours SPED 5510 - Characteristics of and Instructional Strategies for Teaching Mildly Disabled 3 credit hours Course Description A study of the commonality of characteristics leading to the identification, placement, and service delivery models for children/youth with mild disabilities and strategies to address identified needs of this student population. Emphasis will be placed on the guiding principles, implementation, and evaluative criteria for the inclusion of systematic instruction, task analysis, and behavioral management of children/youth with mild learning and behavioral problems.
SPED 5542	Behavior Modifications for Exceptional Children	3 hours SPED 5542 - Behavior Modifications for Exceptional Children 3 credit hours Course Description Application of behavior modification principles and behavior analysis in both general and special education classrooms.
SPED 5545	Educational Assessment of Exceptional Children	3 hours SPED 5545 - Educational Assessment of Exceptional Children 3 credit hours Course Description Focuses on the use of evaluation to determine classification and eligibility, to plan individualized education programs (IEPs) and to evaluate teacher effectiveness and pupil progress.
SPED 5563	Issues & Interrelated Special Education	3 hours SPED 5563 - Issues & Interrelated Special Education 3 credit hours Course Description Focuses on the current trends and issues affecting special educators. Objectives for the teacher competency tests in special education are addresses and studied.
SPED 5590	Teaching of Rdg & Math to Exceptional Learners	3 hours SPED 5590 - Teaching of Rdg & Math to Exceptional Learners 3 credit hours Course Description A study of specialized reading and math techniques and strategies for use with students with learning disorders includes diagnosis, remediation, and determination of readability levels, error analysis and corrective strategies.

Program Completion Rates, Median Debt, and More

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Tuition and Fees Information Table
Tuition & Fees as of July 30, 2018
Tuition	$10,800
Institutional Fee	$225 / per semester
Technology Fee	$65 / per semester

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This program is designed to prepare graduates to pursue a job in this field or related fields. Although career and professional development services are available to students and graduates, finding a job is the individual responsibility of the student. We do not guarantee that any student will be placed in any particular job, or at all.

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