A study of special education research design, reference sources, computer service, and the compilation of a review of literature on a specific topic. Note that the research design will not be executed during this enrollment period. This course will enable the student to begin the development of a portfolio that could be submitted for National Board certification.
Educators think systematically about their practice and learn from experience.
The graduates will draw on educational research and scholarship to improve practice. Educators are members of learning communities. The graduates will share outcomes of literature reviews with other professionals and design studies to furthur teaching knowledge. Writing empirical research reports. American Psychological Association.