For the MA in Literacy Education, there are 3 required core courses (9 credits hours). In consultation and with approval from your faculty advisor, select 5 courses from the SEHD Thematic Course Categories list to customize your learning (15 credit hours). For instance, you may want to focus on courses that would improve your elementary or secondary teaching and leadership abilities. Finally, take a research course (3 credit hours) and then complete the Capstone course (3 credit hours) for a total of 30 credit hours.
This degree plan does not include a license or an endorsement.
Literacy Core Courses (9 credit hours)
Thematic Course Categories (15 credit hours)
In consultation and with approval from your faculty advisor, select five courses from the Thematic Course Categories to customize your learning.
- Course 1
- Course 2
- Course 3
- Course 4
- Course 5
Concentration Research Course (3 credit hours)
Concentration Capstone Course (3 credit hours)
Total Credit Hours 30
Cumulative Portfolio
The MA portfolio counts as the comprehensive exam for the master’s degree. The portfolio is an accumulation of the performance based assessments completed during program courses and reflects on the student’s development over the course of the degree program.
Program Requirements and Courses
To complete the Literacy Education program and earn a master’s degree and/or endorsement, students must complete the appropriate course work as outlined. All courses require a grade of B- or better to count to the MA or endorsement and a 3.0 minimum GPA is required for graduation.
Course Scheduling
During the fall and spring semesters, most courses are offered in the late afternoon and evening and meet for three hours once a week over a 16-week semester. Courses are offered in various formats, including completely face-to-face classes, hybrid, or online classes. In the summer semester, three-to eight-week sessions are offered, and courses may be in the morning, afternoon or evening.
Planning
For practicing full-time teachers, we recommend taking one course each fall and spring semester, and up to two courses each summer. Plan carefully because some courses are only offered once a year.
Active Status
Students must complete their programs within seven years, maintaining a GPA of 3.0. Students typically take four courses each calendar year. Failure to enroll over three contiguous semesters will result in a requirement to submit readmission materials.
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