Literacy (Birth-grade 6) and (grades 5-12), MSEd

Program Code 0830

(Leading to Initial/Professional Certification)

Aim of the Program

A primary aim of the Literacy programs is to develop proficiency in providing instruction and assessment in literacy. Another aim is to develop proficiency in organizing and enhancing literacy programs in cooperation and collaboration with other school personnel that results in creating instructional environments that maximize literacy skills in all learners.

Degree Requirements

A minimum of 41 credits is required for the Master of Science in Literacy (Birth-grade 6) and (grades 5-12). This program is designed for people who already hold New York State certification in childhood or adolescence education, whether initial or professional/permanent. Satisfactory performance on a written comprehensive examination is required (see graduation requirements).

Successful completion of the program will lead to a comprehensive Master of Science in Education in Literacy (Birth-grade 12). In addition, successful candidates will be recommended for New York State certification in Literacy (Birth-grade 6) and Literacy (grades 5-12).

The core components of 41 credits in literacy are required.

Required Courses (33 credits)

ED 5122LITERACY IN THE CONTENT AREA FOR CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

3

Or

ED 5231CONTENT AREA LITERACY IN THE SECONDARY SCHOOL FOR PUPILS WITH AND WITHOUT DISABILTIES

3

ED 5375EFFECTIVE LITERACY LEADERSHIP

3

EDU 5441BASICS OF LITERACY INSTRUCTION FOR ADOLESCENCE EDUCATION

3

ED 5470LITERACY FOR SPECIAL NEEDS PUPILS: PRE-K THROUGH GRADE 3

3

ED 5480LITERACY FOR SPECIAL NEEDS PUPILS IN GRADES 3-6

3

ED 5485LITERACY FOR SPECIAL NEEDS PUPILS IN GRADES 7-12

3

ED 5501READING AND LITERATURE: BIRTH-6

3

ED 5502READING AND LITERATURE: GRADES 5 - 12

3

ED 5510READING IMPROVEMENT THROUGH WRITING

3

ED 5563WRITING INSTRUCTION FOR LITERACY LEADERS

3

ED 5690EMERGENT LITERACY

3

ED 5441: May be replaced with an elective if an equivalent course was taken within the last five years with permission of the adviser or chairperson of the division.

Practica (8 credits)

ED 5620APPLIED RESEARCH PRACTICUM IN LITERACY REMEDIATION- CHILDHOOD

4

ED 5621APPLIED RESEARCH PRACTICUM IN LITERACY REMEDIATION- ADOLESCENCE

4