Master of Science Reading Specialist Program
The Master of Science Reading Specialist Program is designed for educators who want to improve their reading practitioner skills or want to assume Reading Specialist roles in the schools. The program culminates with candidates earning a Master of Science degree and a State of Illinois Reading Specialist Type 10 Certificate. The purpose and intent of the Reading Specialist Program is to prepare educators to become ethical decision-makers and leaders who can provide literacy-based services within an educational community.
Required Courses:
- MSED 610 Methods of Educational Research (4)
- MSED 641 Survey of Reading Fundamentals (3)
- MSED 642 Assessment Procedures and Diagnosis of Reading Disabilities (4)
- MSED 643 Diagnostic Teaching Techniques and Materials (4)
- MSED 644 Children and Middle School Literature (3)
- MSED 646 Practicum in Corrective Reading (4)
- MSED 647 Literacy and Diverse Learners (3)
- MEDU 648 Methods of Teaching Writing (3)
- MSED 649 Coordinating the K-12 Reading Program (3)
- MSED 689 Reading and Writing in the Content Area (3)
Delivery Format:
- Completion time: 8 semesters
- Courses are 15 weeks in length.
- Courses meet 1 night per week during the fall and spring semesters.
- Courses meet in 5 day modules over the summer.
State Certification Information:
- Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)
- Required ISBE Tests
Program Faculty Members:
- Amy Brodeur, Assistant Professor
- Dr. Donna Metlicka, Assistant Professor
Admission Information:
- Upcoming Cohort Sites and Informational Sessions
- Admission Requirements | Apply Online
- Financial Aid
For more information, contact Rich Chandler.