Master of Education (M.Ed) in Literacy

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M.Ed in Literacy Program at Judson

Engage and Inspire

If you are passionate about inspiring students to become lifelong readers and writers, you belong in the Master of Education in Literacy program at Judson University. Designed for practicing classroom teachers, the Master of Education in Literacy program will equip you to become a more accomplished teacher of reading and writing—a reflective practitioner and master teacher in all areas of literacy instruction. You will quickly cultivate the skills and knowledge through our Master of Education in Literacy program to meet the needs of diverse literacy learners in your school community.

Additional Endorsements

For those who are interested in an additional endorsement on their professional educator license, Judson offers a Reading Specialist endorsement. Candidates can pursue Reading Specialist licensure upon finishing the Master’s program by completing one virtual practicum and one practicum in partnership with Century Oaks Elementary School in School.

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Tuition & Fees

How to Apply

Complete in just 14 months

Available on our main campus in Elgin

39 credit hours

All-inclusive tuition-no additional or hidden fees

Why the Master of Education in Literacy?

At Judson, candidates complete their master’s degree in just 14 months and are taught by quality professors who are experts in the field—several of whom have won awards such as Kane County Educator of the Year, Illinois Reading Educator of the Year, and the National Milken Foundation Award.

A significant focus on all areas of literacy—reading, writing, and literature.
Complimentary one-year membership or renewal with The Illinois Reading Council
Affordable, inclusive tuition
Three anchor courses with split sections (K-3 and 4-12)
Quality professors who are experts in the field—several of whom have won awards such as Kane County Educator of the Year, Illinois Reading Educator of the Year, and the National Milken Foundation Award.
Reading Specialist Licensure opportunities

I currently serve as an instructional coach for teachers who are new to the district, plan and implement new staff orientation and institute days, assist with and oversee ELA curriculum writing implementation, as well as many other responsibilities. What really stands out to me was the level of support that I received. Even after changing my dissertation topic, I never felt being or incapable of completing the work on time because the staff was there for me the whole time.

Ben ZulaufDirector of Reading and Language Arts, Cicero Public School District | Cicero, IL

Outcomes

Graduates of the Master of Education in Literacy program will:

Know the Literacy Learner

Graduates will broaden their understanding of the process of literacy development and the impact of motivation, language, and culture on the individual learner.

Make Informed Instructional Decisions

Graduates will expand working knowledge of current research and their ability to interpret student assessments in order to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners.

Select a Variety of Literature to Enhance Instruction

Graduates will expand their working knowledge of a broad range of literature and of its role in supporting meaningful instruction, developing accomplished literacy learners, and fostering a lifelong love of reading and writing.

Apply Effective Literacy Practices

Graduates will enhance their knowledge of language literacy which includes strategies for the teaching of reading, writing, speaking, listening, and viewing as well as the use of technology to enhance instruction.

Engage in Professional Development As a Career-Long Responsibility

Graduates will cultivate a deeper understanding and appreciation for the need to continually refine instruction through professional development that challenges personal ideology and teaching practice.

LITERACY IN MOTION Conference

Our annual Literacy in Motion conference was held on June 21-23, 2022.

Held in our Creekside South Education Building, this annual conference welcomes educators from all over the world to learn from speakers about instructional methods for elevating literacy in K-12 classrooms. Educators who attend the three-day conference can earn 13 professional development (PD) hours or enroll for graduate credit.

This year’s speakers included leading authors like Dan Santat, Jasmine Warga, Samira Ahmed, and Taylor Mali. Unlike typical conferences, Judson limits this event to 200 participants, ensuring that every attendee gets a seat and the opportunity to interact with speakers.

In addition to several keynote speeches, there were also breakout sessions, workshops, and book sales.