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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN

SPECIAL EDUCATION

Program Vision • Apply the national and international standards to the
field of special, inclusive education and disabilities.
The vision of the Master degree in Special Education
program is to offer high quality education, experience, and • Use technology specifically designed for individuals
training to graduate students that aligned with the needs of with disabilities, including those that provide
UAE society and the region through excellence in teaching, augmented or alternate communication
students learning, faculty scholarship and engagement in and other assistive technologies to increase, maintain,
community development. or improve the functional capabilities of individuals
with disabilities.
Learning Outcome • Conduct action research by exploring instructional
and professional topics relevant to the field of special,
Graduates of the program are expected to be able to inclusive education and disabilities.

• Employ best practices, innovative pedagogy, and • Apply innovation and entrepreneurship skills in the
skilled assessment in the area of special and inclusive field of special and inclusive education.
education while maintaining appropriate educational
environments and positive behavioral support.
• Collaborate with families and professionals to
provide support and consultation in personalized and
transdisciplinary services, including advocacy for their
right to inclusive education and practice.

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