Education Special Education-Literacy Focus - University of Missouri

Education Special Education-Literacy Focus from University of Missouri is a Online Master Education Science degree that prepares you for a Education career. The 33-hour online master of education degree with a focus in literacy was designed and intended for practicing teachers who have completed undergraduate teacher education degree programs and wish to pursue a master's degree online. ------------------------ The Literacy Focus Area The 12-hour literacy focus assists K-12 classroom teachers in improving instructional methods for teaching literacy skills and is designed to aid educators in helping students become effective readers and writers. There are two strands, based on grade level, within the literacy focus: Elementary Middle school and secondary The focus area courses require students to engage in extensive reading, writing and discussion, as well as providing practical strategies and techniques to implement in the classroom. Core Master's Course Work The 21 hours of core course work in this degree program include study in learning theory, instructional technology, instructional leadership, instructional strategies, measurement and assessment, and action research. These courses are designed to enhance the process of teaching and learning in the elementary, middle or high school classroom. Students may enroll in up to six credit hours of course work (two courses) prior to admission to the degree program. This allows an opportunity to begin course work before initiating the admission process. However, for these hours to transfer into the student's degree program admission must be finalized and the student must be admitted to the degree program by completion of the six hours. All courses: Are online, accessible through the Internet from any computer with an Internet connection Include the same types of experiences as face-to-face courses (readings, discussion with instructors and other students, research, projects etc.) This online degree is offered as a convenient way for teachers to further their education in the literacy area, study with MU faculty and lecturers, and avoid the inconveniences associated with traveling to the Columbia campus for courses. Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Education Science courses.