Master of Education - Reading Option

The Reading Option provides learning opportunities for teachers, reading supervisors, and principals.  Obtaining an endorsement is optional and may require additional courses to meet licensure standards.

Thesis Track

Courses	Credits
Professional Core	9
EDF 501 Research Design and Interpretation	3
EDF 530 Advanced Human Development and Learning	3
EC/RD/SPED 502 Research in Special Programs	3
Professional Specialization	18
RD 505 Psychological Processes in Reading	3
RD 510 Instructional Issues in Literacy Education	3
RD 517 Diagnostic Aspects of Reading Difficulties	3
RD 520 Content Area Reading and Writing	3
RD 590 Internship	3
RD 594 Clinic	3
Electives (Chosen in consultation with advisor) Electives are chosen in consultation with advisor and represent a coherent plan of study.  They may include:	3
RD 412/512 Developing Student Writing	3
RD 518 Literacy in Rural and Multicultural Settings	3
RD 519 Reading Round Table	3
EC 536 Parent/Child/Professional Relationships	3
EDCI 610 Curriculum Theory: Analysis and Practice	3
EDF 515 Social and Philosophical Issues in Education	3
SPED 543 Supporting Families of Persons with Disabilities	3
RD 599 Thesis	6
Total minimum credits required for Thesis Track	36

Professional Practice Track

Courses	Credits
Professional Core (same as Thesis Track)	9
Professional Specialization (same as Thesis Track)	18
Electives (Chosen in consultation with advisor) Electives are chosen in consultation with advisor and represent a coherent plan of study.  They may include courses listed under Electives in the Thesis Track.	6
RD 597 Action Research Project and Seminar	3
Total minimum credits required for Professional Practice Track	36

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