Master of Education in Literacy
Overview
The Master of Education in Literacy program prepares education leaders in the field of reading as teachers, clinicians, supervisors, directors and coordinators of reading programs. Students explore trends and issues, and literacy assessments, and develop effective methods and strategies for reading instruction.
Prerequisites for Reading Specialist Certification: Child Psychology and Adolescent Psychology or Lifespan Psychology, Education of the Exceptional Child.
Master of Education Literacy Program Learning Outcomes
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Foundational Knowledge: Candidates understand the theoretical and evidence- based foundations of reading and writing processes and Master of Education in Literacy program requirements.
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Curriculum and Instruction: Candidates use instructional approaches, materials, and an integrated, comprehensive, balanced curriculum to support student learning in reading and writing.
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Assessment and Evaluation: Candidates use a variety of assessment tools and practices to plan and evaluate effective reading Mid-Program and End of Program Interrater reliability through discussion and comparison between the two professors conducting evaluations 95% of students proficient in competencies Each fall semester the Program Coordinator and team will review the data from the summer practicum (Literacy Lab) and writing instruction.
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Diversity: Candidates create and engage their students in literacy practices that develop awareness, understanding, respect, and a valuing of differences in our society.
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Literate Environment: Candidates create a literate environment that fosters reading and writing by integrating foundational knowledge, instructional practices, approaches and methods, curriculum materials, and the appropriate use of assessments.
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Professional Learning and Leadership: Candidates recognize the importance of, demonstrate, and facilitate professional learning and leadership as a career-long effort and responsibility.
Literacy Partnerships
A credit limit of 12 credits earned through Literacy Partnership courses are accepted towards a Master of Education at Evangel University. The credits must meet program requirements as per the degree requirements for each respective master's degree program. These courses will be preapproved by the Graduate Education Committee.
Master of Education in Literacy Program Requirements
Undergraduate Prerequisites for Reading Specialist Certification: Child Psychology and Adolescent Psychology courses or Lifespan Psychology, Education of the Exceptional Child, and Evaluation of Abilities and Achievement courses.
Reading Specialist Certification Track: 30 hours of required coursework including the practica and 6 hours of electives.
Non-Certification Track: 24 hours of required coursework and 6 hours of electives, no pratica required.