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Apr 20, 2024
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2004-2005 Graduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED BULLETIN]
M.A. in The Teaching of Writing (Birth-Grade 6)
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Programs leading to Initial/Professional Certification for Teaching of Writing/Literacy
(Birth-Grade 6 or Grade 5-12)
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. These
degrees provide students with additional preparation as teachers of writing and
the opportunity to participate in classes that focus on the most current understandings
of literacy, writing, and pedagogical practices. Students are prepared for the
following teaching positions:
- Classroom teachers with advanced preparation in literacy and writing instruction.
- Literacy/Writing teachers with advanced preparation in one-on-one and small group
instruction in literacy processes.
- Literacy/Writing teachers prepared to work collaboratively with classroom teachers
in designing and implementing effective literacy instruction in inclusive environments.
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Admission Requirements
- B.A. or B.S. degree, with 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 faculty members in Literacy Studies.
Note:
- Admission to graduate study requires a baccalaureate degree with a general core
in the liberal arts and sciences in order to meet New York State certification
requirements.
- Admission to graduate study with Provisional Certification requires that a student
take a 3 s.h. undergraduate course in Special Education as a prerequisite or corequisite
to study.
- Graduate students who enter a program of study on a nonmatriculated basis are
limited to a maximum of 12 semester hours of course work.
- A maximum of 6 semester hours of advanced standing may be accepted for relevant
graduate course work taken elsewhere.
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 50 hours of field experiences in addition to 50 hours
of practica.
- Successful presentation of a learning portfolio to faculty and peers.
Program Requirements - Semester Hours: 36
The sequence presented below is recommended. However, Phase I courses must be
completed before entering Phase II. 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
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:International Scholars’ Forum - Semester Hours: 1
International Scholars’ Forum (LYST 351) is offered each semester and features
prominently known teacher/researchers in literacy studies from across the United
States and around the world. 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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