Reading Education: Reading Practitioner Rowan University

Overview

The Reading Education: Reading Practitioner at Rowan University provides a comprehensive framework for professionals dedicated to advancing literacy instruction. This Master of Arts track focuses on contemporary strategies for guiding student development within both clinical and classroom settings.

This concentration is specifically designed for educators who wish to deepen their expertise in English and Language Arts standards. While the curriculum aligns with modern instructional needs, it is important to note that this specific track does not lead to a state teaching certificate.

Students benefit from a flexible learning structure that allows for the completion of the degree in as few as five consecutive semesters.

Why Reading Education: Reading Practitioner at Rowan University?

The programme holds national accreditation from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation in conjunction with the International Literacy Association. This ensures that the curriculum meets rigorous professional standards for educator excellence and literacy leadership.

Rowan University offers a versatile delivery model where most coursework can be completed online through a mix of asynchronous tasks and live sessions. This allows working professionals to access high-quality instruction from any location without the necessity of frequent campus visits.

The institution emphasises practical application, requiring students to have active access to a school district or classroom. This connection ensures that theoretical frameworks regarding equity and practice are immediately tested and refined in real-world educational environments.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 876 per credit
• National fee: USD 876 per credit
• Local fee: USD 876 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum consists of 30 semester hours divided between core requirements and elective options. Modules may include:

Required Courses

• Literacy Foundations: Theory, Equity & Practice
• Reading and Writing Processes
• Adolescent Literacies
• Using Multicultural Literature in the K-12 Literacy Classrooms
• Teaching Literacy to Students with Disabilities

Elective Coursework

• Theory and Practice in Literacy Education
• Special Topics in Reading: Writing in the K-12 Classroom
• Literacy Assessment
• Teaching Literacy to English Language Learners
• 21st Century Literacies in Today’s Schools
• Issues of Language & Cultural Diversity in ESL/Bilingual Programs
• Linguistics & Second Language Acquisition for Teaching Languages
• Understanding Immigrant-Origin Students: Language, Culture, and Mobility
• Planning, Teaching & Assessment in ESL
• Integrating Language & Content in ESL/Bilingual Education

Careers with Reading Education: Reading Practitioner

Graduates are prepared to take on significant leadership roles within the field of literacy and language arts. The programme equips professionals to support their colleagues and improve student outcomes across various educational settings.

Common career paths for those completing this degree include roles as literacy coaches, reading interventionists, and instructional coordinators. Graduates may also pursue leadership positions within their specific school districts or educational organisations.