Become an expert in literacy instruction and the Science of Reading through our Master’s in the Science of Reading and Literacy Instruction program. P-12 students across the country can benefit from the skills and expertise of educators with detailed knowledge and experience in these areas. This program is designed to provide educators with the theory, field work, and discussions to not only succeed personally, but help their students to excel. Graduates will be equipped to seek state endorsement, integrate new knowledge into their classroom settings, pursue graduate-level research opportunities, and more. All program and course objectives related to Science of Reading are aligned with the standards of the International Dyslexia Association.
Why Pursue My Master’s in the Science of Reading and Literacy Instruction at IWU?
At IWU, we offer a Master’s in the Science of Reading and Literacy Instruction for individuals seeking to expand their literacy educational capabilities. IWU is an experienced provider of online education, with this program leading to an Indiana endorsement in literacy with reciprocity which can be transferred to other states. All IWU programs include faith integration, with devotionals and a Christian worldview as defining aspects of this program’s spiritual formation element. All faculty possess doctorates in education and are invested in helping educators make a difference in improving the literacy of their students.
What will I Learn in this Science of Reading and Literacy Instruction Master’s Degree Program?
Candidates in this degree program will complete 12 hours of coursework specific to Science of Reading and 18 hours of coursework meant to deepen their proficiency in the general education classroom at the grade level in which they currently practice. The reading courses deepen content and pedagogical content knowledge related to the foundations of SOR, allow candidates to understand and demonstrate appropriate and contextual use of assessment, analyze and apply instructional practices in teaching phonics, language structure, comprehension and writing, and apply SOR instruction to a diversity of students in early childhood, elementary, and special education classrooms.
The courses related to general education teaching provide participants with methods and materials to strengthen their teaching ability and help their own students learn, including those from diverse backgrounds, deepening their understanding and practice of culturally responsive teaching, ethics and faith, and action research and technology tools. Upon completion of a culminating classroom action research project, candidates will better understand how to lead other teachers in doing school action research. Program graduates can expect to be prepared to function as a K-12 literacy coach or reading specialist. Field work requiring access to a classroom or students is also an important part of this program.
What Makes IWU Different?
IWU has provided on-campus education for more than 100 years.
Faith-integrated curriculum and a commitment to changing the world.
Center for Student Success for counseling, tutoring, and more!
Financial aid is available in the form of grants, loans, scholarships, veterans’ benefits, and employer reimbursement.
The Master’s in Reading and Literacy Instruction program provides the required, state-approved curriculum for the state endorsement in literacy, based upon the Science of Reading. Students will become reading specialists with an in-depth comprehension of phonics and phonemic awareness which will allow them to excel in a variety of potential instructional and educational roles.
The admission requirements for the M.S program with a major in Science of Reading and Literacy Instruction are as follows:
To complete the Master of Science with a major in Science of Reading and Literacy Instruction degree, candidates must:
Indiana Wesleyan University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), www.hlcommission.org, 312-263-0456. Other accreditations and associations of Indiana Wesleyan University are available at www.indwes.edu/about/iwu-profile/accreditation.
