Canisius College Graduate Literacy

Canisius College Graduate Literacy Earn a Masters of Science in Literacy Education either online or on-campus at Canisius College.

Master of Science in Literacy Education The Literacy Education Master of Science Degree Program prepares students to meet New York State requirements for certification as a literacy specialist. Canisius now offers the literacy graduate program both on-campus in Buffalo, NY and on-line. For more information about the on-line literacy education program, visit the program web site. Course sequences in both programs (33 credit hours) provide for certification in one of two areas: pre-K through grade 6 or grade 5 through grade 12. Additional coursework (9 hours) qualifies candidates for certification in both areas. Each concentration in the master's degree in reading education has a component that involves working with children in a clinical setting, specifically testing and tutoring in the area of literacy skills (reading and writing). The on-campus master's degree in literacy is open to teachers with initial certification, as well as prospective teachers. Candidates without certification will require additional course work. The on-line literacy education program requires teaching certification for admission. For more information on the Graduate Literacy Programs, contact Dr. Mary Shea, Director, at (716) 888-2811.

Mission: The mission of the Literacy Center at Canisius is to serve as a comprehensive literacy and reading instruction center, based on a balanced approach to literacy and research-based practices. Specifically, the Center will serve as: 1. A center for pre-service and in-service teacher training. 2. A community-based center offering literacy programs and assistance to families and their children in the local community. 3. A linkage for school districts and community organizations that have an interest in family literacy and reading excellence. 4. A research/developmental center to document effective practices based on rigorous research methods.

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Master of Science in Literacy Education The Literacy Education Master of Science Degree Program prepares students to meet New York State requirements for certification as a literacy specialist. Canisius now offers the literacy graduate program completely on-line. For more information about the on-line literacy education program, visit the program web site. Course sequences in both programs (33 credit hours) provide for certification in one of two areas: pre-K through grade 6 or grade 5 through grade 12. Additional coursework (9 hours) qualifies candidates for certification in both areas. Each concentration in the master's degree in reading education has a component that involves working with children in a clinical setting, specifically testing and tutoring in the area of literacy skills (reading and writing). Candidates complete their practicums with literacy specialists in one of their districts of choice. For more information on the Graduate Literacy Programs, contact Dr. Jennifer Stowe, Director, at (716) 888-3735.

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