Master of Science (MS) in Education

Reading and Literacy Specialization

School of Education

This state-approved master's specialization meets the nationally recognized reading standards, of the Interstate Reading Association (IRA). Capella is unique among online universities in offering a state-approved master's program that specializes in reading and literacy. The Master of Science in Education Reading and Literacy specialization is approved by the Minnesota Board of Teaching.

This specialization is designed to prepare K–12 classroom teachers to assess literacy and to develop, implement, and adapt reading curriculum to accommodate diverse learning styles. The Reading and Literacy specialization is offered in partnership with the University of California, Irvine Extension. Upon graduation, learners receive a Master of Science from Capella University and a reading certificate from the University of California, Irvine Extension.

ENROLL NOW FOR CLASSES BEGINNING: Program starting soon! COST PER 3-CREDIT COURSE: $1,095 COST PER 4-CREDIT COURSE: $1,540 COST PER 6-CREDIT COURSE: $2,310 (pricing is subject to periodic adjustment) TOTAL QUARTER CREDITS: 47

Core Courses:

• ED5006 - Survey of Research Methodology - 4 credits
• ED5007 - Foundations of Educational Leadership - 6 credits
• ED5500 - Standards-Based Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment - 4 credits
• ED5501 - Assessment and Improvement of Instruction - 4 credits
• ED5503 - Classroom Management Strategies - 4 credits
• ED5504 - Strategies for Eliminating the Achievement Gap - 4 credits

Specialization Courses:

• ED5551 - Developing Fluent Readers - 3 credits
• ED5552 - Teaching Comprehension Strategies - 3 credits
• ED5553 - Assessment-based Reading Instruction - 3 credits
• ED5554 - Socio-cultural Context of Reading Instruction - 3 credits
• ED5555 - Foundational Theories in Reading Instruction - 3 credits
• ED5556 - Reading and Literacy Practicum - 3 credits +
• ED5557 - Reading and Literacy Portfolio Review - 3 credits +
• + ED5556 and ED5557 must be taken concurrently

Applicants in Kentucky and Wisconsin are advised that the reading and literacy specialization is not pre-approved for specialist endorsement/licensure and should verify home state and local district requirements prior to enrollment. Individuals seeking endorsement must perform a transcript review with their state upon completion of their program.

Prospective Washington state learners are advised to contact the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction at 360-725-6320 or profed@ospi.wednet.edu to determine whether this education program is approved for teacher certification or endorsements in Washington state. Additionally, teachers are advised to contact their individual school district as to whether this program may qualify for salary advancement.

Admission to the reading and literacy specialization requires learners to complete and submit the Capella University School of Education Certification of Teacher Licensure form.

As with all programs involving endorsement, licensure, or certification, individual states have varying requirements. Capella University cannot guarantee that licensure, endorsement, or certification will be granted. For this reason, it is important that learners interested in these programs contact the appropriate authorities in their state.

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