MA Early Childhood: Inclusive Education
This is a non-licensure program focused on young children, birth through age 8. Our MA Early Childhood: Inclusive Education courses offered by Portland State University offer constructivist and hands-on experiences so field work and a connection to young children in school is essential to completing our program.
Quick Facts |
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| Part-time Duration: | 2 years |
| Starting in: | January, April, September |
| Tuition Fee: | $732 per credit |
| Location: | Online |
Themes
Equity, diversity, social justice and Inclusion. Graduates leave with a deep understanding of practical strategies, curriculum and culture and are prepared to be leaders in early childhood communities.
Study abroad
Explore early childhood centers, preprimary schools, and infant-toddler centers in Reggio Emilia, Italy. Study tour trips can be arranged.
Summer Intensives
Learn about constructivist curriculum “big ideas”: making learning visible, ecology, and reuse materials through our optional summer intensive at the Helen Gordon Center.
Faculty
Faculty in the Curriculum & Instruction and Special Education departments are recognized for their commitment to innovative instruction, research and cross-departmental collaboration. Learn current theories and research from experts in the field. Whether you want to work with young children; advance to teacher leadership; build Head Start programs, preprimary schools, and infant/toddler centers; or provide other early childhood services, this master’s degree will provide a strong background for your professional growth and development.
This unique interdisciplinary master’s program in MA Early Childhood: Inclusive Education at Portland State University combines the strength and expertise of two departments, and allows you to specialize in one of three critical areas:
- Constructivism
- Infant-Toddler Mental Health
- Early Childhood Special Education