Reading and Literacy Education
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Our M.S.Ed. Reading and Literacy Education program will prepare you to meet the needs of all PreK-12 learners through whole-class, small-group or individualized instruction. This 36-credit degree program is designed for teachers with initial certification. You will explore literacy theory, issues of equity and diversity related to literacy and children literature Through coursework, action research and hands-on experience you will gain expertise in literacy instruction, reading intervention, curriculum design and the skills to provide targeted workshops for school communities.
M.S.Ed. Reading and Literacy Education alumnus Conor Kollar shares how he makes an impact each day in the classroom. Hear from Connor.
Program Information
With our M.S.Ed. in Reading & Literacy Education degree, you are eligible to become a certified reading specialist in Pennsylvania upon passing the Praxis exam.
Degree
Master's
School
Academic Department
Instruction and Leadership in Education
Duration
2-year
Required Credit Hours
36
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Hands-On Experience
As a graduate student in our program, you will have the opportunity to work in our Reading Clinic on campus. You will have hands-on experience with K-12 reading in the tri-state region along side faculty who develop individualized and group instruction, tailored to each student's age and unique needs.
Access a rich and diverse variety of literacy and developmental resources for young
learners through the library's Curriculum Center - a collection of PreK-12 educational
resources designed for our campus community that works with children.
Our Curriculum
GRLA 523 Diversity and Equity in Literacy
GRLA 526 Literacy Development and Instruction
GRLA 525 Theories, Models, and Instruction of Writing
GRLA 522 Advanced Children’s Literature and Multimodal Text
GRLA 620 Literacy Assessment and Intervention
GRLA 529 Disciplinary Literacy
GRLA 626 Structured Literacy
GRLA 630 Seminar in Literacy
GRLA 628 Reading Clinic Experience
GRLA 635 The Role of Literacy Leaders
GRLA 633 Advanced Reading Clinic ExperienceGreat Education, Great Value
Curriculum Center
I started the program in my 50s and it was just what I needed to assist my students
in their reading journey. It was so great to see my students' excitement when I would
try something new I learned in my classes. Another benefit was all of the colleagues
that I met.
I came to Duquesne in a time in my teaching career when I wanted to make a bigger
impact in my students’ education...Each & every day my students reap the benefits
of what I have learned at Duquesne. I implement the strategies & of course the structured
literacy teaching techniques I learned...
Graduate Perspective
Application Process
Bachelor's degree with a 3.0 GPA*
*Applicants are customarily expected to have a 3.0 grade point average, based on a four-point scale, in their undergraduate work. However, exceptions may be granted on a limited basis, in which there is substantial additional evidence of a student's academic competency.
International Applicants
TOEFL/IELTS
Duquesne University requires submission of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or Duolingo English Test (DET) scores for all non-native English-speaking applicants who attended a university outside of the United States..
Transcript Credit Evaluation
If your transcript(s) is from an institution located outside of the United States, you must use a transcript credential evaluation service to obtain a course-by-course report.
The official reports must be sent directly to Duquesne University from the organization you order through and will qualify as official transcripts.
You may use the following services to request official foreign credential evaluations: World Education Services (WES) or Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE).
Visit International Admissions for additional information and requirements.
Rolling Admissions
Our M.S.Ed. Reading and Literacy Education program has a rolling admissions process with entry into the program in summer and fall semesters. This means you can apply at any point during the year.
Required Documents
- Graduate Application
- Official transcripts
- International applicants, please see the Transcript Credential Evaluation section in the Admission Requirements section above
- Essay
- Please include an essay that addresses the following questions:
- What does being a graduate student mean to you?
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How do you plan to balance life, work and earning a graduate degree in reading and literacy education?
- Our program provides completers the opportunity to apply for Reading Specialists Certification in Pennsylvania (PK-12). How will learning about developmental stages other than the one in which you teach make you a stronger reading teacher?
- Why do you believe you and your students would benefit from you earning a M.S.Ed. in Reading and Literacy Education?
- Please include an essay that addresses the following questions:
Process
Send official application materials to:
OR
- Duquesne University
Office of Graduate Admissions
600 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15282
Early Start Program - Reading and Literacy Education, M.S.Ed.
Our M.S.Ed. Reading and Literacy Education program offers an early start option for School of Education undergraduate students. During your junior or senior year, you have the opportunity to take up to five courses this master's-level program at the undergraduate tuition rate.
Connect with us to learn more and we will walk you through the application process. To get started, call (412) 396-6093.
Our Faculty Experts
Carla Meyer
Program Director | Associate Professor
Kimberly Davidson
Clinical Assistant Professor
Valerie Gresser
Clinical Assistant Professor
Kelsey R. Jones-Greer
Clinical Assistant Professor
Learning Together in Our Accredited Program
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Our M.S.Ed. Reading & Literacy Education program is accredited by the International Dyslexia Association (IDA) as a mark of quality and commitment to the Knowledge and Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading.
CAEP accreditation nationally recognizes program quality in educator preparation. This signifies that our students are well equipped to meet the needs of PreK-12 students as well as their communities and schools. We are proud to be one of the select institutions in Pennsylvania to receive this accreditation
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