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Apr 18, 2024
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2004-2005 Graduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED BULLETIN]
M.S.Ed in Literacy Studies (Birth-Grade 6)
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Associate Professor Zaleski, Graduate Program Director, (516) 463-5372, reajmz@hofstra.edu
Assistant Professor McGinnis, Graduate Program Director, (516) 463-5769, reatam@hofstra.edu
Programs leading to Initial/Professional Certification for teaching Literacy:
- Program I (Birth-Grade 6)
- Program II (Grades 5-12)
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Program Overview
The master’s programs in Literacy Studies are designed for certified teachers
to introduce students to contemporary theory and practice in literacy studies,
so that they become effective scholar practitioners who understand and deliver
high quality literacy instruction and offer proactive literacy leadership to schools
and community agencies. Our programs reflect advances in literacy research and
policies by the New York State Board of Regents regarding learning standards.
These policies are designed to articulate the highest learning standards possible
for all students and to balance attainment of these standards with consideration
of issues of equity and access to education for economically disadvantaged and
traditionally underrepresented groups at all levels of the education system.
Our programs prepare scholar practitioners to work with students Birth through
Grade 6, and Grades 5 through 12. Students will work at broadening the definition
of literacy practices beyond traditional school-based literacy in order to address
the issues of equity, access, and opportunity that are involved in literacy acquisition
in communities that are as economically, linguistically and ethnically diverse
as those found in New York State.
These programs prepare students to meet the educational requirements for certification
as literacy teachers in early childhood and childhood education, Birth through
Grade 6, or middle childhood and adolescence, Grade 5 through Grade 12. The degree
provides students with the opportunity to participate in classes that focus on
the most current understandings of literacy and pedagogical practices. Students
are prepared for the following teaching positions:
- Classroom teachers with advanced preparation in literacy instruction.
- Literacy specialists with advanced preparation in one-on-one and small group
instruction in literacy processes.
- Literacy specialists prepared to work collaboratively with classroom teachers
in designing and implementing effective literacy instruction in inclusive environments.
Admission Requirements
- B.A. or B.S. degree with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
- Two letters of recommendation.
- Possession of a New York State Initial or Provisional Teaching Certificate (see
note b below).
- Interview with a Program Director in Literacy Studies.
Program Requirements - Total Semester Hours: 36
The sequence listed below is recommended. However, Phase I courses must be completed
before entering Phase II. LYST 240, 241 are prerequisites for LYST 242. LYST 300
must be taken as part of the first 12 semester hours of study. LYST 301 must be
taken as part of the final 12 semester hours of study. Electives may be taken
at any time. Phase I - Semester Hours: 19
Phase II - Semester Hours: 13
International Scholars’ Forum - Semester Hours: 1
An International Scholars’ Forum (LYST 351) is offered each semester for one
semester hour. It is expected that students will take at least one International
Scholars’ Forum for one semester hour. Students can take three additional International
Scholars’ Forums to satisfy their elective requirements. Electives - Semester Hours: 3
A student may select any graduate course in the School of Education and Allied
Human Services, or in the University, as an elective with advisement. The following
electives are recommended: Graduation Requirements
- Completion of a minimum of 36 semester hours in prescribed courses with a minimum
grade point average of 3.0.
- Completion of a minimum of 70 hours of field experiences which includes a 50
hour practicum.
- Successful presentation of a learning portfolio to faculty and peers.
Teacher Certification Requirements
Upon successful completion of a teacher education program, students will be eligible
to apply for the University’s recommendation for New York State Certification.
Students are required to have passing scores on each of the New York State Teacher
Certification Examinations (NYSTCE): the Liberal Arts and Sciences Test (LAST),
the Assessment of Teaching Skills-Written (ATS-W), and the appropriate Content
Specialty Tests (CST’s). Students not receiving passing scores on all New York
State required examinations will not be eligible for certification. Additionally
all students who are recommended by Hofstra’s Advisement and Certification Office
must either attend seminars in Child Abuse and Maltreatment, Substance Abuse,
Fire and Arson and Safe Schools Against Violence (Project SAVE) or provide documentation
from an agency providing State registered seminars. Please contact the Advisement
and Certification Office for information regarding the fingerprinting requirement
and any other specific requirements regarding certification. Additional Certification in Grades 5-12 - Semester Hours: 12
Students who specialize in Early Childhood and Childhood (Birth through Grade
6) may obtain specialization in Middle Childhood and Adolescence (Grade 5 through
12) by also taking the following courses: |
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