Mar 28, 2024  
2008-2009 Graduate Catalog 
    
2008-2009 Graduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Reading Concentration (M.Ed. with additional endorsement)


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Reading/English Language Arts Specialist Endorsement


This state-approved program gives Saint Michael’s College the authority to endorse students in reading who already have an initial license. In consultation with an advisor, the student selects six courses (eighteen credits) in the areas of reading instruction and methods, language arts, and children’s literature. When this course work is complete, and the student has already applied for candidacy, the student is eligible to take GED 688D Reading Practicum (3 credits).  This course is required for students interested in the additional endorsement.

Reading Foundations and Methods


Students must take at least 6 credits from among these choices.

Reading Assessment


Students must take at least 3 credits in reading assessment.

Children’s Literature


Students must select at least 3 credits from among these choices.

Literacy Electives


Students must take 6 additional credits in reading/literacy courses.  These electives may come from any of the above mentioned categories, or from those listed below.

General Electives


Students must take 9 additional credits in general electives (i.e., any course from the Graduate Education Catalogue) or, if desired, additional literary electives.  Students are strongly encouraged to take a leadership course and/or GED 634: Consultation and Collaboration in Schools.

Practicum


The practicum is required for all students pursuing the additional endorsement.  Students may only register for the practicum after completing their 18 required credits in reading.  Students not taking the practicum must register for an additional course in reading literacy.

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