Master of Education (M.Ed.) In Reading, Literacy, and Language
Program Description
The Master of Education degree in Reading, Literacy, & Language at Georgia College is designed for individuals who already hold or qualify for a level four (T4) Georgia Teacher's certificate. The program offers candidates extensive professional development in the field of literacy, involving reading, writing, language development, instruction, assessment, and professional leadership.
The foundation focuses on three primary areas:
- professional knowledge and practices in literacy development and instruction;
- specialized training in assessment, interpretation of test scores, and formulation of data-driven instructional programs; and
- leadership and mentoring development
Graduates of the program will develop the knowledge and skills to provide leadership in the field of literacy within public schools to improve student achievement and academic performance. The culmination of this degree will be eligibility for certification at Level 5 (T5) through the Georgia Professional Standards Commission (Ga PSC).
Program of Study
Foundations Core (6 semester hours)
Literacy and Language Core (15 semester hours)
Specialization (9 semester hours)
Possible areas of specialization:
| Writing Project | |
| ESOL | |
| Special Education | |
| Early Childhood with Reading Endorsement | |
| Middle Grades and Secondary with Reading Endorsement | |
Research (6 semester hours)
Total Credit Hours: 36