MATL/Teaching Students with Special Needs

The Kaplan University online Master of Arts in Teaching and Learning degree offers a professional development opportunity for practicing K-12 teachers and other educators seeking to enhance their classroom performance. Degree candidates will read, analyze, and critique both historical and current educational research studies to prepare them to assume the role of instructional leaders dedicated to improving student performance. The degree program is designed to help candidates become proficient in program competencies that are based upon national and professional standards for practicing teachers. In the Teaching With Technology emphasis, you will learn how technology can be integrated into your classroom and how the Internet can support teaching and learning. You'll also learn how special education can benefit from high-tech teaching methods. Many schools have chairpersons who head up technology departments and offer enrichment programs.