Literacy Education in English Education, MA
Introduction
This MA degree prepares educators to work with diverse adolescents in different settings and help them develop an appreciation for literature and writing. The approach integrates many areas of knowledge that underlie effective teaching of English to serve the needs of today's diverse student population, building on students' languages, abilities, cultures, and real-world experiences.
Program Requirements
This degree plan does NOT include a license or an endorsement.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration Courses | ||
| LCRT 5200 | Theory and Methods of English Education | 3 |
| LCRT 5201 | Teaching and Learning with Diverse Adolescent Literature | 3 |
| LCRT 5720 | Responsive Writing Instruction | 3 |
| LCRT 5730 | Disciplinary Language and Literacy | 3 |
| LCRT 6915 | Inquiry, Advocacy, and Teacher Research | 3 |
| In consultation with your faculty advisor, select 5 courses from CU Denver Department of English or the SEHD Thematic Course Categories to customize your learning: https://education.ucdenver.edu/academic-services/student-resources/thematic-course-categories (15 credits required) | ||
| ___ ENGL or Choice Course from SEHD Thematic Course Categories with Advisor Approval | 3 | |
| ___ ENGL or Choice Course from SEHD Thematic Course Categories with Advisor Approval | 3 | |
| ___ ENGL or Choice Course from SEHD Thematic Course Categories with Advisor Approval | 3 | |
| ___ ENGL or Choice Course from SEHD Thematic Course Categories with Advisor Approval | 3 | |
| ___ ENGL or Choice Course from SEHD Thematic Course Categories with Advisor Approval | 3 | |
| Total Hours | 30 | |
Cumulative Portfolio
The MA portfolio fulfills the comprehensive exam requirement for the master's degree. The portfolio is an accumulation of the performance based assessments completed during program courses and reflects on the student's development over the course of the degree program.
Program Requirements and Courses
To complete the Literacy Education program and earn a master's degree, students must complete the appropriate course work as outlined. All courses require a grade of B- or better and a 3.0 minimum GPA is required for graduation.
Course Scheduling
The program is fully online with collaboration using online platforms. During the fall and spring semesters, courses are offered in 16-week sessions. In the summer semester, most courses include eight-week sessions.
Planning
For practicing full-time teachers, we recommend taking one course each fall and spring semester, and up to two courses each summer. Plan carefully because some courses are only offered once a year.
Active Status
Students must complete their programs within seven years, maintaining a GPA of 3.0. Students typically take four courses each calendar year. Failure to enroll over three contiguous semesters will result in a requirement to submit readmission materials.