Master of Science in Education Major in Early Childhood Literacy Online Graduate Education for Today s Teacher

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1 Master of Science in Education Major in Early Childhood Literacy Online Graduate Education for Today s Teacher

2 Build a Foundation. Develop Independent Readers and Writers. Master s Degree: Major in Early Childhood literacy Founded on the research of noted national experts, the Early Childhood Literacy online graduate program provides K-3 teachers a comprehensive literacy curriculum. It explores tools and resources to empower students to discover the many joys of reading and writing. Courses focus on how to engage and coach students to understand, remember, and synthesize what they read, and to communicate what they have read both verbally and in writing. Unlike traditional master s degrees, you will be able to apply the strategies and techniques from this program directly into your classroom as you progress through each course. Learn how to: Increase student listening and reading comprehension Improve student reading fluency and vocabulary development Create a language-rich classroom environment Utilize word study for effective reading instruction Build competency in student literacy Develop students into independent readers and writers

3 Why Choose Us? Online graduate degrees and programs from the National Institute for Professional Practice and Wilkes University provide rich content, strategies, and resources to develop practical skills you can apply today to get results tomorrow. Because our Early Childhood Literacy master s degree focuses on real classroom skills, courses are available exclusively to active certified teachers currently teaching in a classroom. advantages flexible online setting choose when and where you access coursework small class size participate in small groups with only 5 to 10 students per class Personal coaching personalized feedback from course instructors committed to your success immediate, real-world application learn practical skills and apply them to your classroom immediately enhance student performance develop techniques to help you thrive in an environment where teacher effectiveness is tied to student performance Powerful resources online videos of other professionals provide examples of how to apply theory to practice. Personal coaching from dedicated faculty creates a safe environment for learning. social networking with a diverse peer group moves communication and collaboration beyond the classroom. engaging activities can be implemented directly in the classroom for immediate results. I like how I am able to work at home and work at my own pace. This program enables me to have time to finish my schoolwork as well as my grad schoolwork. Brianna F. K-2 Elementary School Teacher

4 Partnership for success Together, the National Institute for Professional Practice and Wilkes University offer online graduate degrees and programs to educators nationwide. A master s degree from Wilkes University caries the prestige of a nationally-respected and accredited university. With a fully dedicated staff and attentive faculty, you receive personal and individual support unparalleled by any other institution. National Institute for Professional Practice The National Institute for Professional Practice is an innovative educational organization founded in response to the needs of today s educators. The National Institute offers several online master s degrees and programs that provide educators with tools and strategies needed to make real and lasting changes in their classrooms. Through strategic alliances with nationally recognized experts and organizations, the degrees and certificates from the National Institute offer a revolutionary learning experience. Wilkes University Founded in 1933 in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, Wilkes University has a rich history of prestige and honor. A nationally recognized independent university, it boasts comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs with both traditional and online courses, Middle States accreditation, and a focus on community and lifelong learning. Become a part of an elite community Enroll online today! Join many dedicated teachers and educators who already enjoy the benefits of an online master s degree in Early Childhood Literacy. Call for more information or complete your application online www. ProfessionalPractice.org To implement what I am learning while I am teaching is a most valuable and hands-on learning experience! Gemma R. 3 rd Grade Elementary School Teacher

5 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS a master s degree from wilkes university gives you an opportunity to advance your professional career. Complete the courses below to earn your degree in as little as two years! edam 5001: guiding Principles and language Development This course provides the philosophical base for the entire Early Literacy Series, as well as critical understandings central to young children learning how to read and write. Prerequisites: none edam 5002: word study K-3 Explore the scientifically based reading instruction of word study, including phonological awareness, phonemic awareness, print awareness, letter knowledge, phonics, spelling, and high frequency words. edam 5003: fluency and Vocabulary Development K-3 Assessing and improving oral reading fluency, as well as vocabulary development activities in the context of five research-based methods for teaching vocabulary are developed in this course. edam 5004: Developing Comprehension i K-3 Information on the genres of informational and fictional text, the elements and structure of text, explicit and systematic comprehension strategies, and using assessment to guide instructional decisions. edam 5005/5006: Developing Comprehension ii K-1 or 2-3 This course provides content, tools, and modeling segments that will enable you to hone your instructional skills and improve student listening and reading comprehension. This course is available in two versions and includes classroom modeling in grades K-1 or grades 2-3., edam 5004 edam 5007/5008: Differentiated small group instruction K-1 or 2-3 Focus on how to develop differentiated small group instruction to meet the needs of all levels and stages of K-3 readers. This course is available in two versions and includes classroom modeling in grades K-1 or grades 2-3. edam 5009: Developing independent readers K-3 This course provides content, guidance, and tools to develop your students into proficient, self-motivated, and independent readers. edam 5010/5011: Connecting reading & writing K-1 or 2-3 This course will assist you in using the relationship between reading and writing to build competency in literacy. This course is available in two versions and includes classroom modeling in grades K-1 or grades 2-3. edam 5013: teacher leadership After understanding the meaning of teacher leadership, you will explore your own school culture, the impact on learning, and the power of reflective practice. Prerequisites: none edam 5012: Master teacher Practicum: applying action research to Develop a results-driven early literacy Classroom (6 credits) The practicum is an action research project implemented in your classroom with documentation of where students began and where they ended and what instruction/interventions were provided to maximize student proficiency. The practicum will culminate with a paper that will document and reflect on the experience. ; edam 5002; edam 5003; edam 5004; edam 5005/5006; edam 5007/5008; edam 5009; edam 5010/5011; edam 5013

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