Reading (M.S.)
The Master of Science in Education degree programs are designed to provide educators with relevant coursework that will increase their understanding of current educational theories, research and practice. The programs emphasize the application of learning theory in instruction, curriculum development, and educational leadership. Various concentrations are available to provide challenging content designed to meet the demands of the changing teaching profession. This flexibility allows an individual, particular cohort of professionals, school or building to customize the graduate curriculum to meet specific needs.
The Reading major, is designed for educators who want to assume Reading Specialist or Literacy Coach roles in the schools. The program culminates with candidates earning a Master of Science degree and a State of Illinois Reading Specialist Endorsement. The purpose and intent of the Reading Program is to prepare educators to become ethical decision-makers and leaders who can provide literacy-based services within an educational community.
Reading Major (33 credit hours)
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| MSED 608 | Cultural Awareness | 1 |
| MSED 610 | Methods of Educational Research | 3 |
| MSED 641 | Foundations of Literacy | 3 |
| or REND 641 | Foundations of Literacy | |
| MSED 642 | Literacy Assessment and Diagnosis | 3 |
| or REND 642 | Literacy Assessment and Diagnosis | |
| MSED 644 | Utilizing Literature in the Classroom | 3 |
| or REND 644 | Utilizing Literature in the Classroom | |
| MSED 646 | Reading Specialist Practicum | 4 |
| MSED 648 | Developing Competent Writers | 3 |
| or REND 648 | Developing Competent Writers | |
| MSED 649 | Literacy Coach Practicum | 4 |
| MSED 651 | Reading Teacher Practicum | 1 |
| or REND 651 | Reading Teacher Practicum | |
| MSED 689 | Disciplinary Literacy | 3 |
| or REND 689 | Disciplinary Literacy | |
| MSED 745 | Literacy Instructional Support | 3 |
| or REND 645 | Literacy Instructional Support | |
| MSED 752 | Dyslexia Awareness and Best Practice | 2 |
| or REND 652 | Dyslexia Awareness and Best Practice | |
| Total Hours | 33 | |