Program Overview

Literacy Online: M.Ed.

Program Overview

The University of Delaware's fully-online and flexible M.Ed. in literacy prepares current teachers and educators for certification as reading/literacy specialists. Taught by a team of distinguished faculty, students develop knowledge of the theoretical and evidenced foundations of reading and writing development, plan culturally and linguistically relevant literacy instruction for all students, and support students and teachers in the use of digital literacy tools.

Program Structure

This online program is designed to allow students to learn through application, assessing and instructing K-12 students using a variety of methods and strategies. Students also engage in coaching and mentoring opportunities and design and participate in relevant professional development opportunities with colleagues and school leaders.

Admission Requirements

• Preference is given to applicants with initial teaching certification and classroom teaching experience.
• Students must have three years of teaching experience by the time they seek certification as a reading/literacy specialist.
• Prior to enrolling, students who teach outside of Delaware are responsible for verifying their state licensing board's requirements to determine if UD's M.Ed. in literacy program meets their state's requirements for certification.

Application Deadlines

• SPRING: January 23
• SPRING II: March 25
• SUMMER: May 27
• FALL: August 15
• FALL II: October 1

Tuition

The UD graduate student tuition rate per credit hour is $882.

Program Details

• Coursework prepares students for certification as a reading/literacy specialist.
• The program focuses on developing knowledge of reading and writing development, planning culturally relevant literacy instruction, and supporting the use of digital literacy tools.
• Students apply their learning in educational settings and engage in professional development opportunities.