Become equipped to meet the unique needs of all students. Through this affordable and accessible program, you can advance your career and fill the growing need for reading professionals such as literacy or reading specialists, interventionists, teachers, or coaches.
Caring faculty will mentor you, investing in your character as much as your pedagogical skills. Take the first step toward earning your professional degree today.
Our program is ranked #10 in the Top Online M.Ed. Programs in New York, according to TeacherCertificationDegrees.com. We're proud that our graduates have achieved a 96% pass rate on the New York State Literacy Exam over the past ten years (2014-2024).
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I have RAVED about this program to so many people who are thinking about starting their master’s degree. Every professor I have had has been incredibly helpful and I have gained so much knowledge and experience from each of the classes I have taken. I am very grateful that this program is up to date on the science of reading and I was able to draw many parallels between what I was learning in our courses and literacy shifts that have been made where I teach.
Anonymous Literacy Graduate, 2024
Everything and every class was valuable. There was no filler in this program ... The focus on theory gives you the "why" behind the practices and instructional strategies and I found myself reflecting on many of them as I worked through the practicum. This is a well-thought-out program that prepares literacy specialists to meet the holistic needs of a child and collaborate effectively with staff. ... The teachers have all been very responsive, insightful, and incredibly helpful in helping me and my fellow graduates thrive in our classes.
Anonymous Literacy Graduate, 2024
I am appreciative of the professors within this program. Without their expertise, understanding, and dedication the amount of learning that has taken place wouldn’t be possible. I am also appreciative of the different teaching experiences I have been exposed to [instead of] just sticking to one grade band. I was able to branch out of my comfort grade level[.]
Anonymous Literacy Graduate, 2024
I enjoyed my time in the program and was pushed to be my best self. The expectations were high but attainable and as a result I was able to grow immensely as a learner. There is not anything I would change about the program.
Anonymous Literacy Graduate, 2024
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Program Highlights
We welcome students with a variety of teaching experiences, with ranges of years of experience and from any discipline. We prepare teachers to earn certification to serve as literacy specialists and coaches. Our students can participate in their graduate program as they work, applying what they learn, while building their literacy expertise.
Our literacy education program is online and cutting-edge. It is designed with opportunities for asynchronous and synchronous learning experiences to help our graduate students get ahead.
We ongoingly assess and revise our literacy education graduate courses to make the most meaningful to prepare students to reach their aspirations. We are proud of our writing and coaching courses that will prepare our students to teach writing or remediate writing difficulties, as well coach other teachers while leading school-wide literacy programs.
Cost of Literacy Education, M.Ed.
Total Program
Sticker Price:
$25,950
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The professors in this program made me feel seen and heard. They answered my questions with patience and understanding and I could tell they actually wanted to help me succeed. I think each class had meaning, there was never a class where I thought it was pointless or something I would never use. This program has made me a stronger literacy teacher and gave me so many strategies to use in my career.
Anonymous Literacy Graduate, 2024
I appreciate how prepared I felt for the practicum. In my first semester, we were introduced to the portfolio and practicum, and it all felt very overwhelming and like something I couldn’t do. As time went by at Roberts, I felt more prepared each time I took a course.
Anonymous Literacy Graduate, 2024
The online and often asynchronous format of classes directly contributed to my success in balancing course work with developing my career as a new teacher. This format is flexible and accessible, making it ideal for someone in my situation.
Anonymous Literacy Graduate, 2024
Requirements:
Not required:
What will I study in the program?
You will study:
Are there any practicum requirements?
Yes, 50 practicum hours are embedded throughout the program.
What careers can I pursue after this program?
Graduates often become reading specialists, literacy coaches, or teachers in various educational settings.
How does the program address literacy instruction for students from diverse backgrounds?
Courses are designed to help you create literacy interventions that honor and respect diverse backgrounds, ensuring you can adapt instruction to meet the needs of all students.
Are there any synchronous requirements?
There are about 25 hours of synchronous practica experiences required over the course of your studies.
Questions?
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Justin Pretko
Assistant Director of Admissions
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October 22, 6PM
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