Online Master’s in Reading Education K-12 Degree
Online Master’s in Reading Education K-12 Degree
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Literacy is the foundation of learning, and all students deserve the opportunity to benefit from rich and varied reading experiences. However, many students require extra guidance from literacy specialists or interventionists. The Master of Arts in Reading Education K–12 degree program at Grand Canyon University is designed for current teaching professionals who would like to become reading specialists or interventionists to increase the educational success of K–12 students.
This master's degree in reading is for teachers who already hold a teaching license or educators with a year of verified teaching experience. This program does not contain the in-classroom teaching experience component necessary to obtain a teaching license.
You will be required to submit a copy of your current teaching license or provide evidence of a minimum of one year of teaching experience.
Up to 12 credits or 1/3 of the total program requirements in transfer (whichever is less)
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Admission Requirements (Master's)
OR 2.5+ Unweighted GPA and
Admission requirements may differ based on degree level, program and modality, or transfer status. Some programs of study may require a higher GPA and/or other qualifying criteria for admission. Please review full admission and program requirements in the University Policy Handbook.
* Degree must be from an accredited college or program that has been approved by GCU.
** Combined verbal/quantitative, after August 2011 (1,000 combined verbal and quantitative, prior to August 2011).
The Master of Arts in Reading Education K–12 degree at GCU requires 32 credits for completion, which includes online courses and a K-12 reading practicum. Students must have access to K–12 classrooms to complete the practicum courses and program assignments.
Highlights of this master’s in reading education degree program include:
Students in this program learn through an innovative digital platform while connecting with peers and instructors that share the same purpose to help K-12 students reach their goals in the area of reading development.
The online master’s degree in reading education focuses on these key areas:
Essentials of language and literacy
Learning anchored in neuroscience
Foundations in educational research
Examination of reading assessment techniques
Proficient K-12 reading assessment and diagnostic strategies
Environments fostering literacy
Foundations of K-12 reading instruction techniques
Advanced strategies in K-12 reading, writing instruction and remediation
Guiding literacy intervention and remediation
Practical experience in K-12 reading
These reading specialist roles can prepare students for future learning by identifying reading delays or disabilities and implementing appropriate instruction, interventions or remediation to develop essential reading abilities.
Upon earning this degree, you may pursue career opportunities such as:
Reading specialist
Reading interventionist
Secondary reading teacher
Elementary reading teacher
Many employers prefer reading and literacy specialists who have a graduate level degree with specialized skills that aim to improve a child’s reading and writing abilities.(See disclaimer 1) By earning your online master’s in reading education at GCU, professionals can continue to work full time and earn their degree where and when it’s most convenient for them.
Ready to take the next step in becoming an educator with a focus on literacy? Explore our Master of Arts in Reading Education K-12 and join a community dedicated to enhancing students' reading abilities. Learn more about how our program can help you become a proficient reading specialist today.
If you are seeking licensure/certification, please refer to the "Accreditation and Compliance/State Disclosures” link for the specific program of interest’s website for your location and/or employment state’s licensure requirements, per 34 CFR 668.14(b)32 and 668.43(c).
To assist in your decision-making process regarding the suitability of the Master of Arts in Reading Education K-12 program, we've compiled a selection of our frequently asked questions.
How do you become a reading specialist or interventionist?
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What is the difference between a reading teacher and a reading specialist?
The format and courses of this institutionally accredited program are aligned to the International Literacy Association (ILA) and the Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC) standards. Further, GCU holds accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission as well as authorization in Arizona from the Arizona State Board for Private Postsecondary Education. These accreditations signify GCU’s excellence and the quality of its academic offerings.
