Reading, Non-Licensure (Reading, M.S.Ed.)
The program is designed for those candidates who do not necessarily have a teaching license but want to get a master's degree in reading. The master's only program is designed to provide professional training in literacy for administrators, literacy coaches, policy makers and elementary and secondary-level teachers in private schools that do not require a teaching license. The non-licensure track is for students who are not interested in obtaining reading specialist endorsement. This track is designed for those students who seek to work in schools, institutions and agencies that do not require state licensure or certification. Many literacy specialists work outside of the traditional K-12 public school classroom. Program study may include an intensive search of the professional literature on literacy or selected field experiences in public, private or governmental reading program that provide literacy services to clients. In addition, candidates tutor struggling readers and aid in the diagnosis and remediation of reading problems. This degree does not provide a Reading Specialist Endorsement.
Reading, Non-Licensure (Reading, M.S.Ed.)
Description
What is this program at ODU like?
The program is designed for those candidates who do not necessarily have a teaching license but want to get a master's degree in reading. The master's only program is designed to provide professional training in literacy for administrators, literacy coaches, policy makers and elementary and secondary-level teachers in private schools that do not require a teaching license. The non-licensure track is for students who are not interested in obtaining reading specialist endorsement. This track is designed for those students who seek to work in schools, institutions and agencies that do not require state licensure or certification. Many literacy specialists work outside of the traditional K-12 public school classroom. Program study may include an intensive search of the professional literature on literacy or selected field experiences in public, private or governmental reading program that provide literacy services to clients. In addition, candidates tutor struggling readers and aid in the diagnosis and remediation of reading problems. This degree does not provide a Reading Specialist Endorsement.
Program Highlights
What makes this program at ODU unique?
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30-credit hour program (Estimated completion: 3-4 semesters)
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Asynchronous online course format
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Practicum (in your local school division)
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Affordable and state-competitive tuition
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Focus on linguistic and cultural diversity
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No GRE/MAT scores required
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Distinguished Faculty Members
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Accredited by CAEP (Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation)
Available Online only
AT A GLANCE
College / School:
Major:
Reading
Degree Level:
Graduate
Delivery Mode(s):
Degree Earned:
Master of Science in Education
Department:
Careers
What are some careers in this field?
Check out these ideas from ODU Career Development Services and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is the midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.
Education Teachers, Postsecondary
$75,010
MEDIAN SALARY
Teach courses pertaining to education, such as counseling, curriculum, guidance, instruction, teacher education, and teaching English as a second language. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Tutors
$59,810 (Approx)
MEDIAN SALARY
Instruct individual students or small groups of students in academic subjects to support formal class instruction or to prepare students for standardized or admissions tests.
Instructional Coordinators
$70,160
MEDIAN SALARY
Develop instructional material, coordinate educational content, and incorporate current technology into instruction in order to provide guidelines to educators and instructors for developing curricula and conducting courses. May train and coach teachers. Includes educational consultants and specialists, and instructional material directors.
Courses
What are some courses offered in this program at ODU?
READ 619:
Word Study, Phonics, and Linguistics
Provides an overview of the field of linguistics, the scientific study of language and word study, an approach to spelling instruction that relies on an understanding of English orthography that incorporates instruction in phonics, spelling and vocabulary. Students will learn to recognize characteristics of readers and writers at different levels of development. The course provides multiple opportunities for hands-on practice and application.
READ 683:
Diagnostic Teaching of Reading in the Classroom
Provides classroom teachers with strategies/techniques to employ to ongoing diagnosis and remediation through the use of informal and standardized tests to select appropriate instructional strategies for pupils' existing reading capabilities.
TLED 775:
English Language Learners in the PK-12 Classroom
The course is designed to infuse the teachers' competencies related to meeting the instructional needs of English language learners. The course will explore the language, culture, instruction, assessment, and professionalism in order to understand and teach linguistically diverse learners effectively.
Requirements
What are the requirements to apply for this program at ODU?
Students entering the Master of Science in Education program in this program should meet the minimum university admission requirements (Graduate Admission)
Students must:
Hold a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college/university;
Have an undergraduate grade point average of 2.80 and an average of 3.00 in the major, preferably education;
Have two letters of recommendation from former professors, principals or educators;
Submit an essay;
Have an interview with the graduate program director;
Have official copies of all transcripts of undergraduate and graduate coursework and degrees sent to Graduate Admissions; and
Submit an online application, which includes an essay and recommendations, official transcripts to the MSED in Reading Education program.
Cost
Tuition and Fees
Estimated rates for the 2022-23 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Virginia Resident
Per Credit:
$ 571
Non-Resident
Per Credit:
$ 1,394
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Per Credit:
$ 595
Ways to Save
Here are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending ODU. For more information visit University Student Financial aid
VA Public School Employees
Students are eligible for a 25% discount if they are enrolled in graduate education courses related to PK-12 schooling and are current employees of Virginia public school divisions.
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