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Master of Education in Reading Education

Innovative Literacy Education for Today’s Classrooms

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Program At A Glance

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Degree Type

Master Degrees
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100% Online

Master of Education in Reading Education

The  Master’s Degree in Reading Education  program provides an opportunity for students to earn a 36-credit degree designed for already-certified (temporary or professional) teachers and experienced teachers who want to pursue an advanced degree and add reading certification upon passing the state examination. Please be advised that you can take no more than 1/3 of the credits in this program as a non-degree student before being officially admitted.

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Program Benefits

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36-Credit Graduate Program: Designed for certified (temporary or professional) and experienced teachers seeking advanced literacy instruction skills.

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K–12 Focused Curriculum: Prepares educators to teach reading across elementary, middle, and secondary school levels.

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Specialized Coursework Includes modules such as: Developmental Reading / Reading Diagnosis / Remedial Reading / Reading Practicum / Teaching Reading in Secondary and Middle Schools / Trends and Issues in Reading Education

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Blended Learning Approach: Combines theoretical foundations with hands-on, practical experiences including internships, apprenticeships, and project work.

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Faculty Expertise: Led by nationally recognized scholars and practitioners who provide mentorship and research opportunities.

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Career Advancement: Graduates are equipped for roles such as reading specialists, literacy coaches, curriculum developers, and instructional leaders3.

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Top-Tier Facilities: Access to FAU’s advanced educational resources, labs, and support services throughout the program duration.

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Non-Degree Credit Limit: Students may take up to 1/3 of the program credits as a non-degree student before formal admission.

About This Degree

Discover how the Master’s in Reading Education at FAU empowers passionate educators to transform literacy instruction across diverse classrooms. With a dynamic blend of theory and practice, this 36-credit program equips teachers to elevate student learning through the power of reading.

Career Opportunities

  • Reading Specialist (K–12 schools)
  • Literacy Coach
  • Curriculum Developer
  • Instructional Coordinator
  • Title I Reading Teacher
  • Early Intervention Specialist
  • ESOL/ELL Reading Instructor
  • Educational Consultant (Literacy Focus)
  • Adult Literacy Educator
  • District Literacy Program Manager
  • Assessment and Data Specialist (Reading)
  • Private Reading Tutor or Clinic Director
  • University or Community College Instructor (Reading Education)
  • Nonprofit Literacy Program Director
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