Program Details
The online Master of Science in Teaching Literacy with a specialization in Birth-Grade 12 helps educators make impacts on children’s literacy development as they build philosophical foundations with hands-on strategies for developing speaking, listening, reading, and writing abilities. The curriculum provides the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to meet the literacy needs of children in urban and suburban settings as educators link theory and practice to create environments conducive to literacy learning. The program helps candidates analyze assessment data for instructional decision-making, set professional goals and responsibilities, and communicate information about literacy to parents, caregivers, and school personnel.
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100% OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
School Accreditation & Licensing
Mercy College is accredited by:
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
Proof of English Language Proficiency (International Students)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent, Occupational License
Additional Info
- Must hold a state certification in teaching