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Master's in Teaching

Literacy Overview

This program provides the knowledge and skills needed to enable students to meet the literacy challenges of the 21st century. Teachers must be knowledgeable about literacy development as it is crucial to children’s academic achievement from early childhood through high school. Current research also recognizes the importance of leadership in literacy.

The literacy program provides the academic requirements for a MS Ed. in Literacy degree for initially certified educational professionals. Graduates are empowered to be strong classroom teachers and are qualified to hold positions as literacy specialists, coaches, and consultants at building or district levels from preschool through adolescence.

The literacy program also provides the academic requirements for an additional certification in literacy for those teaching professionals who currently hold a masters degree and initial/professional certification. The goal of this Advanced Certification is to produce teachers who can deliver strong literacy instruction in the classroom.

Content Specialty Test (CST)

To gain initial certification in Literacy, you must pass the CST-Literacy*, this test:

  • Covers content in the subject or subjects that the corresponding certificate authorizes the holder to teach.
  • Typically consists of multiple choice questions and essays.

*According to the most recent New York State Teacher Certification Examinations Summary (2007-08) 96% of Medaille students passed the CST-Literacy