Master of Education (M.Ed.)
Reading Instruction Concentration
For
This reading instruction coursework will prepare teachers to support individual students, classroom teachers, and the general reading program in the school. This program includes two practicums: one where the participant works with an individual student and one focused on the reading program in the school.
This program leads to Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) certification as a Reading Specialist. Certification as a Reading Specialist requires MSDE teacher certification and completion of the required a 3 credit Introduction/Survey of Special Education course.
Participants may opt to take a four course sequence to obtain Reading Teacher Endorsement.
How You Learn
Online Format: This is an online graduate program. No face-to-face class meetings are required, but students will be engaged in an active and engaging online environment that includes assignments, materials, discussion threads, assessments and/or group activities done electronically. You will finish one 3-credit course every 8 weeks.
Face-to-Face Options are available, please contact the Graduate Information Office at (667) 444-2410.
Career Outcomes
Graduates leave the program equipped with the skills necessary to become a Reading Specialist within the state of Maryland.
Course Progression and Degree Requirements
M.Ed. Program Option
| Course | Title | Credits |
| ED 625 | Strategies & Resources in Teaching Reading (required for reading teacher endorsement) | 3 |
| ED 626 | Diagnosis of Reading Difficulties (required for reading specialist endorsement) | 3 |
| ED 637 | Practicum – – Part 1, Reading Diagnosis and Instruction (required for reading teacher endorsement) | 3 |
| ED 639 | Psychological & Linguistic Foundations of Reading (required for reading teacher endorsement) | 3 |
| ED 636 | Overview of Intervention Strategies (Candidates completing requirements for Maryland Reading Specialist Certification | 1.5 |
| ED 638A ED 638B | Special Project Seminar/limited practicum in Reading Interventions required for reading teacher endorsement) | 3 |
| ED 635 | Practicum – – Part 2, Role of Reading Specialist (required to complete Maryland Reading Specialist Certification) and e-portfolio | 3 |
| ED 601 | Theories of Development | 3 |
| ED 602 | Sociological Perspective | 3 |
| ED 603 | Personality Development & Self Esteem | 3 |
| ED 672 | Assessing Needs and Evaluating Progress | 3 |
| ED 651 | Educating for Character | 1.5 |
| ED 605 | Research Methods | 3 |
| ED 606 | Action Research | 3 |
| Total Credits: | 39 |
Post-Master’s Certificate (PDs) Program Option**
| Course | Title | Credits |
| ED 625 | Strategies & Resources in Teaching Reading (required for reading teacher endorsement) | 3 |
| ED 626 | Diagnosis of Reading Difficulties (required for reading specialist endorsement) | 3 |
| ED 639 | Psychological & Linguistic Foundations of Reading (required for reading teacher endorsement) | 3 |
| ED 636 | Overview of Intervention Strategies (Candidates completing requirements for Maryland Reading Specialist Certification) | 1.5 |
| ED 638 A | Special Project Seminar in Reading Intervention: Comprehension (required for reading teacher endorsement) | 1.5 |
| ED 638 B | Special Project Seminar in Reading Intervention: Vocabulary (required for reading teacher endorsement) | 1.5 |
| ED 638 C | Special Project Seminar in Reading Intervention: Word Identification (required for reading teacher endorsement) | 1.5 |
| ED 637 | Practicum – – Part 1, Reading Diagnosis and Instruction (required for reading teacher endorsement) | 3 |
| ED 635 | Practicum – – Part 2, Role of Reading Specialist (required to complete Maryland Reading Specialist Certification) and e-portfolio | 3 |
| ED 672 | Assessing Needs and Evaluating Progress | 3 |
| Total Credits: | 24 |
Admissions Requirement: Prior to beginning this specialization, students need to have taken courses required for initial certification.
Certification Requirement: Certification as a Reading Specialist requires MSDE teacher certification and completion of the required 3-credit introduction or survey special education course.
Technology Requirements for Graduation:
- Technology competencies demonstrated
- Portfolio completion and exit conference
Please Note:
This course outline is tentative and is subject to change. Courses may be offered in a different order than outlined above.
**Any Professional Development Certification on its own is not eligible for Financial Aid.
