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Reading has the ability to transport us to exciting new places, build good communication skills, and raise self-esteem. As a reading teacher, you can help learners of all age levels and backgrounds improve their language, literacy, and communication skills. An M.S. in Reading Education from Nova Southeastern University will help you hone your skills, so you can increase your salary earning potential.
This program provides educators with the skills to develop curriculum and assess, evaluate, and instruct students in reading. NSU’s M.S. in Reading Education is offered in two track options: Florida state-approved and non-certification. Our course content is research-based and infuses scientifically-based evidence of best practices in the science of reading. A master’s degree in education with a concentration in reading can help you make an impact in the lives of children and adults, while driving your career forward.
Degree-Only Track
This track provides educators with the skills to develop a curriculum and assess,
evaluate, and instruct students in reading. Strengthen the relationship between theory
and instructional practice while deepening professional knowledge and skills to provide
effective literacy instruction. This program does not result in certification.
Who Can Apply:
Quick Facts
M.S. in Education - Reading Education Curriculum
Program Requirements (36 credits)
Credits
Professional Licensure Disclosure for the Degree-Only Track (PDF)
*NOTE: Candidates without an ESOL endorsement must take TSOL 510.
The applied professional experience is one of many practical applications included in the reading education specialization. It is the final step in the completion of the program. The candidates will be engaged in a supervised practicum involving problem-solving experiences designed to improve reading related challenges. Based on a thorough review of the reading research literature and knowledge gained in coursework and field experiences, the candidate will select, plan, and use appropriate reading assessment instruments , strategies and materials to identify needs and provide remedial reading instruction for a designated period of time in a K-12 classroom. Candidates will maintain reflective journals and create files of samples of their students’ work and the assessment instruments used to demonstrate achievement of the state professional and content standards.
Admission Requirements
Ready for the Next Step?
We’re thrilled you’re applying to NSU for an M.S. in Reading Education.
Applications for admission are accepted online and on a rolling basis for all graduate programs throughout the calendar year.
Have the following items ready to submit with your online application:
Florida State-Approved Program Requirements
- $50 application fee.
- Transcripts from all schools attended.
- Current teaching certificate/license. If entering with Temporary Teaching Certificate, please provide: General Knowledge Test (GKT) passing score, or GRE score of 300 (combined verbal and quantitative scales only).
Degree-Only Program Requirements
- $50 application fee.
- Transcripts from all schools attended.
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