Master of Science in Education: Dyslexia
Tailor Instruction to the Needs of Students with Dyslexia
Online program
Transfer up to 12 graduate credits
Program includes 2 electives
Learn from seasoned faculty
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- Duration As few as 12 months
- Cost per Credit $537
- Credit Hours 36
Program Benefits
- Prepare for roles in and outside the classroom
- Study dyslexia assessment and intervention methods
- Receive one-on-one coaching from your faculty and advisors
- No GRE required for admission
Empower Students with Dyslexia on Their Paths to Literacy Development
Build expertise for teaching children with dyslexia and other reading disabilities by completing the Master of Science in Education: Dyslexia program online at Eastern Oregon University. This concentration includes dyslexia courses for teachers and administrators ready to perform interventions and assessments focusing on literacy development. We designed the program for busy educators, providing the flexibility you’ll need to continue working while earning your master’s degree.
Foster Literacy Development in Oregon Schools
- This concentration appeals to teachers interested in pursuing a dyslexia master’s degree online.
- Build expertise for supporting literacy for students with dyslexia, who account for up to 12 percent of the public school population.1
- Complete a field placement in a real-world setting.
Curriculum: Dyslexia Concentration
Online courses
Finish in 12 – 36 months
36 quarter credit hours
This concentration offers accredited dyslexia training courses that enable you to improve literacy in K-12 classrooms. You’ll complete five courses on dyslexia intervention methods and assessments, along with neurobiological studies that delve into the variations of language development. In addition to the Dyslexia concentration courses, you can choose two electives to tailor your education to your career goals.
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This course covers the foundations of literacy development and introduces the participant to the nature and needs of students with dyslexia. The focus of this course in on how dyslexia impacts learning to read and write. Student must have graduate standing to register for this course.
This course covers identification and use of effective assessment for students with dyslexia. The purposes, psychometric properties, and administration of various assessments will be covered. Students will also be able to identify effective tools and procedures for assessment in
addition to interpreting data to design interventions.
This course focuses on the principles and practices of structured literacy for students with dyslexia. Methods include literacy skill progression, and effective intervention across the six main areas of literacy (phonological and phonemic awareness, phonics and word recognition,
fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and written expression.)
Increase Your Impact and Earning Potential in Education
Seeking an advanced degree can expand your job prospects by helping you establish a foundation in the practices of structured literacy for students with dyslexia. At EOU, you’ll receive dedicated career support, positioning you for success in education after graduation. You can also boost your salary potential — during the 2022 to 2023 school year, the starting salary for teachers with master’s degrees was 11percent higher than for teachers with bachelor’s degrees.2
Elementary School Teacher $82,260 Avg. annual salary (Oregon)3
Middle School Teacher $81,360 Avg. annual salary (Oregon)3
Customize Your Area of Study
Tailor your education to your professional goals by choosing one of the following tracks.
Frequently Asked Questions
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No, prior work experience is not required. Learn more about our admissions policy by visiting our admissions page.
Educators who complete an M.S. in Education: Dyslexia program online can pursue teaching roles that require specialized skills in assisting students with dyslexia.
This concentration includes five classes, which appeal to educators interested in taking accredited dyslexia training courses. Learn more about the coursework for this program by visiting the courses page.
You can work with your academic advisor to change your concentration after beginning the M.S. in Education: Dyslexia program. However, each concentration includes distinct courses, so your program duration may be extended if you change concentrations after completing courses specific to the Dyslexia concentration. To explore the courses for each concentration, visit the courses page.
Our Dyslexia concentration prepares you to support literacy development for K-12 students with dyslexia. These specialized skills will allow you to stand out among other professionals in your field and better compete for the position you want. To explore the courses for this concentration, visit the courses page.
Students attending Eastern Oregon University can pursue a variety of scholarships. To review the current options, visit the scholarships section of our Tuition & Aid page.
Sources
- American Public Media. “Hard to Read.” Retrieved October 22, 2024, from https://www.apmreports.org/episode/2017/09/11/hard-to-read.
- NEA. “NEA 2022-2023 Teacher Salary Benchmark Report.” Retrieved October 22, 2024, from https://www.nea.org/sites/default/files/2024-04/2022-2023-teacher-salary-benchmark-report.pdf.
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. “May 2023 State Occupational Employment and Wage Estimates (Oregon).” Retrieved October 22, 2024, from https://www.bls.gov/oes/2023/may/oes_or.htm.