Dr. Erica Mason

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Erica Mason is an Assistant Professor in the Special Education program at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. Her primary research focus is on the teaching of mathematics to students with disabilities, particularly investigating teachers’ perceptions of disability and capability. She emphasizes the co-designing of research-practice partnerships and employs a critical special education stance in her work. Through her teaching, she addresses equity issues in special education and explores the nuances of service delivery for students with special needs. Erica is also involved in various educational courses that cover topics such as the role of general educators in special education, disability issues, and curriculum development tailored to students with disabilities. Her courses reflect a deep understanding of the unique challenges and legislative frameworks surrounding special education, aiming to empower future educators in creating inclusive educational environments.

Research Interests

Courses

SPED 514: Equity Issues in Special Education SPED 405: General Educator's Role in Special Education SPED 517: Disability Issues in Special Education EDUC 199: Undergraduate Open Seminar SPED 117: Culture of Disability SPED 447: Curriculum Development II SPED 446: Curriculum Development Principles

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
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Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.