Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Special Education] From Rockhurst University

Educational leaders are developed: teachers who are actively engaged in educational matters as reflective practitioners. The Education Program preparation calls upon teacher candidates to analyze alternatives in curricula, teaching methodologies, and assessment strategies, and to consider the implications of such alternatives for a multicultural society. Through rigorous coursework, varied field experiences, and service learning, teacher candidates acquire a deep understanding of, and special sensitivity to, the challenges and rewards of teaching in the K-12 schools. Several education courses require teacher candidates to spend a significant amount of time in diverse school settings during the day. These field experiences and service learning projects are integral components in the preparation of teachers.

The Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in special education will prepare students to teach in grades K-12 with students diagnosed with mild/moderate cross-categorical disabilities.