1. Masters in Education (Specialism in SEN) Dr. Una OConnor Dr. Tracy Irwin

2. Masters in Education Overview of course Registration process Module outlines Progression Questions and Answers

3. Overview 2008-09 Semester 1 The Reflective Professional Semester 2 Inclusive & Special Education (1) Semester 3 Inclusive & Special Education (2) 2009-10 Semester 1 Research Design & Initiation Semester 2-3 Dissertation OR One further module PLUS Research project

4. Registration Process Apply online Instructions provided Application approved Registration session Pay fees Get student card and number Log onto WebCt Begin Module

5. The Reflective Professional Online module Critical reflection on practice Application of curriculum theory Improving current practice in context Preparing for later modules Module Co-ordinator: Dorothy Black

6. Inclusive & Special Education (1) Developing and Analysing Practice –Theme 1:Understanding difference –Theme 2:Provision for difference –Theme 3: Inclusion –Theme 4: Inclusive practice

7. Inclusive & Special Education (2) Leading and Managing Inclusive and Special Education –Theme 1:Changing schools –Theme 2:Policy and legislation –Theme 3: Leadership and management –Theme 4: Partnerships

8. Research Design & Initiation Fully online module 30 credit points Online lectures Discussion forum Synchronous chats Sharing of best practice

9. RDI Explore research methodologies Explore limitations of research design Consider ethical issues Design your own research project Tailored design Draft research proposal (3-5000 words)

10. Research Project/Dissertation Research Project 30 credit points Small scale research 1 semester (15 wks) 8000 words Individual supervisor + 1 additional module Dissertation 60 credit points Major research 2 semesters (30 wks) 10-15,000 words Individual supervisor

11. Progression Potential to publish your research Possible PhD opportunities Taught Doctorate proposed Promotion/career enhancement

12. Questions&Answers