Education/Reading Program (MED/R), M.Ed.

Program

The program integrates with the existing MED program. The program is a path for the MED candidate which has a focus on reading /literacy in curriculum. The individual who chooses this path would complete the MED program with a concentration in reading and this will also prepare the student for the Praxis exam for Reading Specialist.

Admission

Please see the Master of Education requirements for admission.

Program of Studies:

M.ED./R program is 30 credits.
All courses are three (3) credits unless noted otherwise.

I. Core:

12 credits required. No substitutions.

II. Curriculum and Instruction:

9 credits required. No substitutions.

III. Professional Studies:

9 credits required. Choose from the list below.

Reading Specialist Certification:

(15 Credits in addition to 9 credits – Curriculum and Instruction Area)

IV. Comprehensive Exam:

EXAM 501 - Non-credit examination

Graduation Requirements:

Any student wishing to graduate with a Master of Education degree must maintain a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (B) or higher, and take the Master’s Comprehensive Exam or complete a Master’s Thesis. (Contact the Graduate Education Office for more details.)

Notes:

◊ Required for those pursuing Instructional II Certificate