Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction - Literacy Specialization

The Lesley University Master of Education Degree program in Curriculum and Instruction (C&I) with a Specialization in Literacy: Language, Reading and Writing trains experienced teachers to use a variety of methods and strategies central to teaching students to read, write, speak, and listen. Participants will enhance their knowledge and skills in the area of language arts curriculum development and how to connect the language arts to other disciplines.

The core coursework integrates strands such as technology, classroom equity, inclusion of students with special needs, curriculum development and assessment, classroom inquiry, and collaboration. The Literacy specialization courses provide educators with a foundation in current theoretical models related to literacy learning and its application across diverse populations of students, and focus on:

• reading and language arts for literacy learners at all levels
• knowledge of current materials and instructional strategies
• a survey of literature for children and young adults
• an understanding of language development
• content area reading and writing
• writing for professional and personal use

Graduates complete the program with a new understanding of literacy issues across the school curriculum, as well as expertise in identifying and designing subsequent instruction for the literacy needs of their students.

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