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 5122 | LITERACY IN THE CONTENT AREA FOR CHILDHOOD EDUCATION | 3 |
| Or | |
| ED 5231 | CONTENT AREA LITERACY IN THE SECONDARY SCHOOL FOR PUPILS WITH AND WITHOUT DISABILTIES | 3 |
| ED 5375 | EFFECTIVE LITERACY LEADERSHIP | 3 |
| EDU 5441 | BASICS OF LITERACY INSTRUCTION FOR ADOLESCENCE EDUCATION | 3 |
| ED 5470 | LITERACY FOR SPECIAL NEEDS PUPILS: PRE-K THROUGH GRADE 3 | 3 |
| ED 5480 | LITERACY FOR SPECIAL NEEDS PUPILS IN GRADES 3-6 | 3 |
| ED 5485 | LITERACY FOR SPECIAL NEEDS PUPILS IN GRADES 7-12 | 3 |
| ED 5501 | READING AND LITERATURE: BIRTH-6 | 3 |
| ED 5502 | READING AND LITERATURE: GRADES 5 - 12 | 3 |
| ED 5510 | READING IMPROVEMENT THROUGH WRITING | 3 |
| ED 5563 | WRITING INSTRUCTION FOR LITERACY LEADERS | 3 |
| ED 5690 | EMERGENT 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 5620 | APPLIED RESEARCH PRACTICUM IN LITERACY REMEDIATION- CHILDHOOD | 4 |
| ED 5621 | APPLIED RESEARCH PRACTICUM IN LITERACY REMEDIATION- ADOLESCENCE | 4 |