Online M.S. in Education: Literacy Specialization
Get on Track for Reading Intervention Roles
Online literacy program
Transfer up to 12 graduate credits
Program includes 2 electives
No GRE requirement
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- Duration As few as 12 months
- Cost per Credit $574
- Credit Hours 26
Program Benefits
- Prepare to earn your Reading Intervention endorsement
- Foster literacy growth in a culturally responsive, equitable manner
- Receive one-on-one coaching from your faculty and advisors
Provide Targeted Literacy Instruction to Empower Young Readers
About 4 out of 10 children in U.S. schools do not possess basic reading skills.1 To prepare for roles focusing on reversing that trend, begin the online Master of Science in Education: Literacy program from Eastern Oregon University. Our expert faculty will help you build skills for nurturing literacy engagement in PK-12 schools. Moreover, this program appeals to teachers wanting to earn their master’s degree in literacy in a flexible online format.
Reading Intervention Endorsement Details
- This online literacy program can recommend candidates for Reading Intervention endorsements in Oregon.
- To receive a Reading Intervention endorsement recommendation, you must have an Oregon license (this is not an initial licensure program).
- If you teach outside of Oregon, you can request for your home state to verify that you completed this program. After that, your home state can determine whether it will accept our program for your licensure.
Curriculum: Literacy Concentration
Online courses
Finish in 12 – 36 months
36 quarter credit hours
This concentration is ideal for educators interested in earning a master’s degree in education that specializes in literacy, as the courses prepare you to develop reading strategies and curriculum materials that impart reading competencies in PK-12 settings. Throughout the program, you will delve into literacy leadership, adolescent literacy and strategies for meeting the learning needs of students. In addition to the core and concentration courses, you can choose two electives to tailor your education to your career goals. Students interested in pursuing an endorsement in reading intervention must complete a dual concentration in literacy and dyslexia.
Required Courses
An examination of literacy leadership to advocate for and enact improvement to reading strategies,
curriculum materials, and literate environments at the PK-12 school or district level in a culturally
responsive and equitable manner.
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 addresses the neurobiological aspects and origins of dyslexia, and its effect on language and literacy development. The variations in development of language and literacy elements within students with and without dyslexia will be discussed. Linguistic structures and their influence on the English language, as well as the impact of these structures on dyslexia, will also be addressed. In addition, the course will cover the history of the field of dyslexia, relevant laws, and the polices in place as a result of current legislation.
Close the Literacy Gap for Students in Your School
Teacher shortages have created learning gaps for students needing additional reading instruction.2 This shortfall could increase demand for educators who have completed online literacy master’s programs that align with the needs of learners today. In EOU’s online M.S. in Education: Literacy program, you can make a positive impact in PK-12 classrooms by enhancing your reading instruction or preparing to focus on reading intervention full time in your career.
Elementary School Teacher $82,260 Avg. annual salary (Oregon)3
Reading Intervention Specialist $78,037 Avg. annual salary (Oregon)4
Customize Your Area of Study
Tailor your education by selecting one or more of the following concentrations, helping you achieve your personalized career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
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In many states, yes. CTE certification pathways often allow industry professionals with documented work experience to enter teaching through alternative routes, recognizing that real-world expertise is essential to authentic CTE instruction. State requirements vary, with most requiring a combination of industry experience, content-area knowledge, and pedagogy coursework. A master’s in CTE strengthens this pathway and supports long-term career advancement in CTE leadership roles.
Requirements vary by state and setting. K-12 classroom teaching of environmental topics typically falls under a state teaching license. Informal education roles at nature centers, parks, and nonprofits often do not require formal teacher certification. Specialized credentials like Certified Environmental Educator (CEE) through state affiliates of NAAEE can strengthen career prospects in informal education settings.
The M.S. in Education practicum experiences vary by concentration. For example, the Literacy concentration, Reading Intervention endorsement requires a 90-hour practicum in a working classroom setting. These hands-on experiences allow you to apply your learning in real educational environments while working toward your degree. The practicum component provides valuable experience even for those who don’t have prior teaching experience. Learn more on the program courses page.
CTE is organized into 16 federally-recognized career clusters under the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act, including healthcare, manufacturing, information technology, agriculture and natural resources, business management, construction, hospitality and tourism, transportation, education and training, public safety, and STEM-related fields. EOU’s MSEd in CTE prepares educators to design and lead instruction across any of these industry clusters.
EOU’s online MSEd in CTE is designed for working professionals and can typically be completed in approximately two years of part-time study. Timeline depends on course load per term and any transferred credits. The fully online format allows current CTE teachers, industry professionals, and workforce development staff to earn the degree without leaving their current roles or relocating to Oregon.
Students attending Eastern Oregon University can pursue a variety of scholarships. To review the current options, visit the scholarships section.
Sources
- National Literacy Institute. “Literacy Statistics 2022-2023.” Retrieved October 22, 2024, from https://www.thenationalliteracyinstitute.com/post/literacy-statistics-2022-2023.
- Education Week. “Staffing Shortages Are Hurting Students Who Need Extra Reading Support.” Retrieved October 22, 2024, from https://www.edweek.org/leadership/staffing-shortages-are-hurting-students-who-need-extra-reading-support/2022/01.
- 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.
- Salary.com. “Reading Intervention Specialist Salary in Oregon.” Retrieved October 15, 2024, from https://www.salary.com/research/salary/hiring/reading-intervention-specialist-salary/or.