MEd Language and Literacy Education Specialization

The graduate program leading to the Master of Education degree (M.Ed.), with specialization in Language and Literacy (i.e. reading) Education, addresses the North Carolina Masters/Advanced Competencies which include standards in Instructional Expertise, Knowledge of Learners, Research Expertise, Connecting Subject Matter and Learners, and Professional Development and Leadership. It provides advanced professional training for individuals holding, or qualified to hold, North Carolina Class “A” teacher licensure in at least one area of education. The 33 credit hour program is comprised of 27 credit hours in the specialization, and 6 credit hours of electives. Based on the view of the professional as a decision-maker, the program addresses the needs for conceptual and procedural bases for decision making, for specific practices, and for structured reflection.