Overview

The Literacy program at Missouri State University is designed for those currently in the teaching field or those interested in furthering their education in the field of literacy. The courses within the program cover a variety of topics, from early literacy development to content area literacy, as well as assessment in literacy and instruction for diverse learners.

Learning outcomes

Candidates will be able to apply the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) content standards to the field of Literacy.
Candidates will be able to apply the International Reading Association (IRA), Standards for Literacy Professionals (2010), to all aspects of their instructional practices.
Candidates will be able to apply the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) standards to the field of Literacy.
Candidates will be able to demonstrate professional knowledge, dispositions, and skills in literacy pedagogy.
Candidates will be able to demonstrate high proficiency in working with students of all ethnicities, racial backgrounds, and other diversities for those who struggle in literacy development.
Candidates will be able to demonstrate high proficiency in using technology during instruction, as needed, to support student learning.
Candidates will be able to demonstrate professional communication skills with students, colleagues, and families of students.

Programme Structure

Modules included:

Successful Classroom Communities to Enhance Student Learning

Analysis and Correction of Difficulties in Literacy

Techniques of Responsive Support in the Literacy Classroom

Relationship of Language to Literacy and Intellectual Development

Assessment Procedures for the Literacy Specialist

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Springfield, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission decisions and assignment of an advisor will not be made until all required materials are submitted. A candidate may take up to nine hours as a nondegree-seeking student before being accepted into the program.

To be considered for admission to the program, a student must first submit a Graduate Application.

Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate course work must be submitted.

Applicants must also submit a letter of intent, which includes the candidate’s teaching and professional goals, future plans, background and teaching experience.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

11505 USD / year

≈ 11505 USD / year
Out-of-State

11505 USD / year

≈ 11505 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

11505 USD / year

≈ 11505 USD / year

Funding

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