Literacy, M.Ed. Degree Plan

Full-Time (30 Credits)

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First Year

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Fall Semester: 9 Credits

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• RDG 529 - Reading and Reasoning Beyond the Primary Grades Credits: 3   
• RDG 524 - Diversity’s Impact on Literacy Instruction in a Standards Aligned System Credits: 3  
• RDG 535 - Seminar in Literacy, Language, and Reading Credits: 3  

 

Spring Semester: 6 Credits

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• RDG 532 - Diagnosis and Assessment in Reading Credits: 3  
• RDG 520 - Tutoring Secondary Students Credits: 3    

 

Summer Term: 9 Credits

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• RDG 528 - Foundations of Literacy Development Credits: 3  
• RDG 537 - Brain Based Strategies for Literacy Learners Experiencing Difficulties Credits: 3  
• RDG 527 - Inquiry Approaches to Literacy Credits: 3  

Second Year

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Summer Term: 6 Credits

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• ​RDG 533 - Advanced Diagnosis and Assessment in Reading Credits: 3  
• RDG 534 - Laboratory Practicum in Reading Credits: 3  

 

Planning Notes for all students:

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1. 30 total credits required
2. Students can begin in any semester or term, including, fall, spring, winter or summer.
3. Students can take core courses in any semester or term.
4. The above sequence is for illustrative purposes only. Students can tailor their program to their individual needs.