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Program Change:
P01130
Program Title: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Specialization Program
Graduate
Describe the proposed degree program change(s) in terms of how the changes differ from the program as currently approved and published in the latest WOU catalog (specify the latest catalog date).
Comparison of Existing Special Education Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Elective Courses and Proposed Special Education ASD Specialization courses
Existing Elective Autism Courses (18 credits)
SpEd 586 Autism Issues and Strategies
3 Credits
SpEd 587 Autism: Teaching Methods and Practical Strategies
3 Credits
SpEd 501 Practicum Autism Methods
1 Credit
SpEd 588 Autism: Supporting Students with High Functioning Autism and Asperger Disorder
3 Credits
SpEd 502 Practicum HF Autism Asperger
1 Credit
SpEd 589 Autism: Secondary Transition and Community Based Instruction
3 Credits
SpEd 503 Practicum Autism MS/HS Instruction
1 Credit
SpEd 590 Autism: Assessment, Eligibility and Consultation
3 Credits
Proposed ASD Program Courses (20 credits)
SpEd 586 ASD: Foundations and Strategies
3 Credits
Title Change; Description Change;
SpEd 587 ASD: Evidence-based Teaching Methods and Strategies
3 Credits
Title Change; Description Change;
SpEd 501 ASD Practicum: Evidence-based Teaching Methods and Strategies
1 Credit
Title Change; Description Change; pre-requisite change
SpEd 588 ASD: Supporting Students with High Functioning Autism and Asperger Disorder
3 Credits
Title Change; Description Change; pre-requisite change
SpEd 502 ASD Practicum: High Functioning Autism and Asperger Disorder
1 Credit
Title Change; Description Change; pre-requisite change
SpEd 589 ASD: MS/HS/Transition and Community Based Instruction
3 Credits
Title Change; Description Change; pre-requisite change
SpEd 503 ASD Practicum: MS/HS/Transition and Community Based Instruction
1 Credit
Title Change; Description Change; pre-requisite change
SpEd 590 ASD: Assessment, Eligibility and Effective Consultation
3 Credits
Title Change; Description Change; pre-requisite change
SpEd 504 ASD Practicum: Assessment, Eligibility and Effective Consultation
2 Credits
New Course request
Describe the reasons for making this change:
No program description for elective courses. Elective course listings in catalog only.
Proposed Catalog Description: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)Specialization This program consists of graduate-level courses designed to meet the requirements for TSPC Specialization: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). To be eligible for recommendation for Specialization:ASD, candidates must hold a teaching license in Special Education and successfully complete all program requirements and coursework (20 credits). Upon completion of this advanced program and recommendation to TSPC, ASD Specialists will be prepared to train, coach and lead comprehensive educational services for students with ASD from early childhood to adulthood. They will demonstrate knowledge and skills in evidence-based methods to teach students with ASD, and further demonstrate knowledge and skills to train, coach and lead other school personnel in meeting the unique needs of students with ASD. Primary demonstration of their leadership skills will be assessed in the four supervised field experiences. Candidates will complete a professional portfolio and upon exit exhibit their professional skills and develop a plan for ongoing professional development. Candidates who complete this graduate program will join a pool of ASD Licensed Specialists who are highly trained in nationally recognized evidence-based interventions to train and coach local district personnel and work to assure fidelity of implementation of comprehensive educational services. Autism Spectrum Disorder Specialization (20 credits) SpEd 586 ASD:Foundations and Strategies (3) SpEd 587 ASD:Evidence-based Teaching Methods and Strategies (3) SpEd 501 ASD Practicum: Evidence-based Teaching Methods and Strategies (1) SpEd 588 ASD:Supporting Students with High Functioning Autism and Asperger Disorder (3) SpEd 502 ASD Practicum: High Functioning Autism and Asperger Disorder (1) SpEd 589 ASD:MS/HS/Transition and Community Based Instruction (3) SpEd 503 ASD Practicum: MS/HS/Transition and Community Based Instruction (1) SpEd 590 ASD:Assessment, Eligibility and Effective Consultation (3) SpEd 504 ASD Practicum: Assessment, Eligibility and Effective Consultation (2) Prerequisite: Current TSPC Special Education teaching license/ endorsement
For Dean Review only:
How and when will the effectiveness of these changes be determined?
For Dean Review only:
How and when will the effectiveness of these changes be determined?
Program assessment data will be collected and evaluated for continuous program improvement. Program will be evaluated during NCATE/TSPC review in 2014.
Approval Queue
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Decision |
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1 - Department |
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Approved | December 23 2012 |
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2 - Division |
Cheryl Davis |
Approved | December 24 2012 |
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3 - Division Curriculum |
Mickey Pardew |
Approved | December 25 2012 |
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4 - Library Dean |
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Approved | December 25 2012 |
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5 - Graduate Committee |
Kimberly Jensen |
Approved | January 16 2013 |
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6 - Faculty Senate |
Keller Coker |
Approved | February 02 2013 |
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7 - Dean |
Mark Girod |
Approved | February 03 2013 |
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8 - Provost |
Kent Neely |
Approved | February 04 2013 |
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9 - President |
Dianna Nickelson |
Approved | March 19 2013 |
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Attached Files:
| 2_ASD_ProgramCourseChange2012_Memo_V.3.doc |
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