Master of Education [M.Ed] [Education: Language and Literacy] From University of South Carolina

The courses in this Education: Language and Literacy program explore research-based practices and inquiry learning to help you meet the needs of diverse learners. Courses are offered on campus and at K-12 schools across the University of South Carolina. On graduating, you will take the PRAXIS exam, and when you pass, you can receive the South Carolina Literacy Teacher add-on certification.

Learning Outcomes

• Foundational Knowledge. Candidates have knowledge of the foundations of reading and writing processes and instruction.
• Instructional Strategies and Curriculum Materials. Candidates use a wide range of instructional practices, approaches, methods, and curriculum materials to support reading and writing instruction.
• Assessment, Diagnosis, and Evaluation. Candidates use a variety of assessment tools and practices to plan and evaluate effective reading instruction.
• Creating a Literate Environment. Candidates create a literate environment that fosters reading and writing by integrating foundational knowledge, use of instructional practices, approaches and methods, curriculum materials, and the appropriate use of assessments.
• Professional Development. Candidates view professional development as a career-long effort and responsibility.