Applicants will be expected to have completed a basic reading education course prior to enrollment in this program.

Program Outcomes

The Masters of Education in Literacy degree is designed to expand the knowledge and skill base of the classroom teacher and other education professionals. This masters degree program will meet the Reading Endorsement Competencies in the state of Washington and the national standards of the International Reading Association. Listed below are the five program outcomes.

1. Candidates have knowledge of the foundations of reading and writing processes and instruction.
2. Candidates use a wide range of instructional practices, approaches, methods, and curriculum materials to support reading and writing instruction.
3. Candidates use a variety of assessment tools and practices to plan and evaluate effective reading instruction.
4. 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.
5. Candidates view professional development as a career-long effort and responsibility.

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Teacher Education Department: Gale Snyder, secretary: snyderg@gonzaga.edu (509) 313-3514

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