Program Overview:
The programs in Literacy prepare master teachers of literacy to work as classroom teachers, specialists, literacy coaches or program coordinators. There are two 30-semester hour degree programs in Literacy which lead to a Master’s of Science in Education. One is the program in Literacy Birth through Grade 6 which is offered to students who hold a bachelor’s degree and who are certified in Elementary Education (Early Childhood Education or Childhood Education). Upon completion of this program, students will have met the academic requirements for initial certification in Literacy Birth through Grade 6. The other degree program is the Program in Literacy Grades 5 through 12 which is offered to students who hold a Bachelor’s Degree and who are certified in Secondary Education (Middle Childhood Education or Adolescent Education). Upon completion of this program, students will have met the academic requirements for initial certification in Literacy Grades 5 through 12. Both degree programs are registered with and meet all of the current stipulations published by the New York State Education Department. They have been accredited through the International Reading Association and meet the Standards for Reading Professionals. They have been accredited through the International Reading Association and meet the Standards for Reading Professionals.
2010 Standards for Reading Professionals
Content: Standard 1 Foundational Knowledge - Candidates understand the theoretical and evidence-based foundations of reading and writing processes and instruction
Pedagogy: Standard 2 Curriculum and Instruction - Candidates use instructional approaches, materials, and an integrated, comprehensive, balanced curriculum to support student learning in reading and writing.
Pedagogy: Standard 3 Assessment and Evaluation - Candidates use a variety of assessment tools and practices to plan and evaluate effective reading and writing instruction.
Environment: Standard 4 Diversity - Candidates create and engaged their students in literacy practices that develop awareness, understanding, respect and a valuing of differences in our society.
Environment: Standard 5 Literate Environment - Candidates create a literate environment that fosters reading and writing by integrating foundational knowledge, instructional practices, approaches and methods, curriculum materials, and the appropriate use of assessments.
Professionalism: Standard 6 Professional Learning and Leadership - Candidates recognize the importance of, demonstrate, and facilitate professional learning and leadership as a career-long effort and responsibility.
Program Contacts:
To email the chairperson of Literacy,
Dr. Theresa Ward, Special Education
Program Webpage,
Literacy Birth-Grade 6 M.S.E.D.
Program Requirements:
Literacy Birth through Grade 6
1. Educational Research (6 Credits)
EPY 500: (Must be completed within the first six credit hours with a grade of B or better. Failure to do so may prevent students from registering for further course work.)
LRC 590: (Taken in final semester)
2. Literacy (24 Credits)
| LRC 520 | Advanced Developmental Literacy (Birth-Grade 6) | 3 |
| LRC 525 | Theories and Teaching of Writing | 3 |
| LRC 530 | Theories of Literacy | 3 |
| LRC 540 | Diagnosis of Literacy Problems | 3 |
| LRC 545 | Remediation Literacy Problems | 3 |
| LRC 550 | Practicum in Teaching Literacy (Birth-Grade 6) | 3 |
| LRC 552 | Classroom Practicum in Teaching Literacy (Birth-Grade 6) | 3 |
| LRC 567 | Introduction to Literacy Coaching | 3 |
3. Required Workshops (0 Credits)
| EPY 637 | Substance Abuse Workshop | 0 |
| EDU 603 | Child Abuse Prevention | 0 |
| EDU 606 | HIV/Aids and Communicable Diseases Workshop | 0 |
| EDU 602 | Violence Prevention | 0 |
| EDU 611 | Dignity For All Students | 0 |
All workshops should be completed within first twelve credit hours.
A total of 24 hours of graduate credit must be earned in the Literacy program at The College of Saint Rose. All courses counted toward the degree must be completed within six years. Students may request that up to six previously earned graduate credits at another accredited institution or nine previously earned credits at The College of Saint Rose be applied to the degree program.
Final Evaluation
Final evaluation of students in a Literacy degree program consists of the successful completion of the required program in Literacy (consisting of 30 hours; see list of courses). Components of the final evaluation are intended to enable students to demonstrate their competencies as literacy teachers and coaches.
Internship/Field Experience/Service:
Required Course:
| LRC 550 | Practicum in Teaching Literacy (Birth-Grade 6) | 3 |
| LRC 552 | Classroom Practicum in Teaching Literacy (Birth-Grade 6) | 3 |
Culminating Academic Experiences:
Required Course:
| LRC 590 | Research Seminar in Literacy | 3 |
| LRC 591 | Teaching/Coaching Portfolio | 3 |
Professional Accreditation:
The College of Saint Rose, sponsored by the Sisters of Saint Joseph of Carondelet, Albany Province, is chartered by the Board of Regents of New York State. All of its degrees and programs are registered and its professional programs are fully approved by the Board of Regents through the New York State Education Department.
The College of Saint Rose is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 (267-284-5000). The Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
The specialized accrediting agencies noted below are recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation: Programs offered by The College of Saint Rose for the preparation of all school professionals, leading to initial and advanced certifications, are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.
Admissions and Financial Aid Information:
General Admission Information
Eligibility for admission to The College of Saint Rose graduate programs is typically based upon the following minimum requirements:
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Submission of a completed application and a Statement of Purpose of approximately 300 words detailing the applicant’s goals for graduate study.
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Evidence of the possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution through submission of official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended
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Academic and professional qualifications for graduate study, as indicated by two letters of recommendation.
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A grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale), overall and in the undergraduate major.
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Other admission criteria specified by academic programs such as submission of resumes, writing samples, portfolios, test scores, and participation in interviews or admissions workshops.
Applicants to The College of Saint Rose are responsible for completing their applications by submitting all required components. Prospective students may wish to visit our website for online application options and downloadable forms.
See Graduate Admissions section for more information.
Financial Aid
The College of Saint Rose has long been committed to the premise that a quality education should be within the reach of qualified students. To this end, the College serves its student body through a comprehensive program of federal, state, and institutional financial aid. While the basic responsibility for financing education lies with the students and their families, scholarships, loans, and/or assistantships can supplement insufficient family resources. The amount of aid available through the College is limited and is awarded on the basis of academic merit. All financial assistance from the College is subject to adjustment if the recipients are later granted aid from other sources. Financial aid awards are contingent upon students’ maintaining good academic standing and satisfactory academic progress.
See Financial Aid section for more information.
Additional Requirements for Admission into the Program
Admission to graduate study in Literacy is limited to those either seeking admission to one of the two degree programs or seeking admission to one of the two Certification-Only programs. In addition to the general requirements for admission to The College of Saint Rose graduate study, students applying for degree or non-degree Certification-Only programs must provide verification of certification in elementary education (early childhood education or childhood education) or secondary education (middle childhood education or adolescence education). They also may be required to have a personal interview.
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