Master of Science in Education / Reading
Southwest Minnesota State University
Program Details
SMSU offers an emphasis on Reading in its Master of Science in Education program. Students can complete a Reading licensure by completing the courses within the concentration if they do not want a full master’s degree. Those opting for the master’s degree must also take the core classes.
Through research-based coursework, students discover the knowledge and skills to lead others down the path of learning to read. Besides a literacy practicum, students study topics such as:
- Early literacy and linguistics
- Developmental reading methods
- Teaching of literacy
- Reading assessment and evaluation
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100% OnlineSchool Accreditation & Licensing
Southwest Minnesota State University is accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission (HLC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Criminal Background Check, Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV