The program objectives for the Master of Education in Reading program focus on the knowledge, skills, and dispositions for reading specialists as outlined in the standards of the International Reading Association (IRA).  Specifically, candidates in the proposed program will

1.  demonstrate knowledge of the theoretical and evidence-based foundations of reading and writing processes and instruction;

2.  use instructional approaches, materials, and an integrated comprehensive, balanced curriculum to support student learning in reading and writing;

3.  use a variety of assessment tools and practices to plan and evaluate effective reading and writing instruction;

4.  engage students in literacy practices to plan and evaluate effective reading and writing instruction;

5.  create a literate environment that fosters reading and writing by integrating foundational knowledge, use of instructional practices, approaches and methods, curriculum materials, and the appropriate use of assessments; and

6.  recognize the importance of, demonstrate, and facilitate professional learning and leadership as a career-long effort and responsibility.


Candidates who master the program objectives of the Master of Education in Reading program will have the preparation necessary to serve as reading specialists in the public schools of Oklahoma.  The program provides both pedagogy in the teaching of reading and specialized knowledge for working with children who find reading difficult.  In addition, the program will prepare reading specialists to review and develop reading curriculum for the schools in which they teach. 


Candidates in the Master of Education in Reading Program must meet the following admission requirements:

1.  Hold a valid teaching license/certificate

2.  Cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or a 3.0 on all graduate course work with a minimum of twelve hours of graduate credit hours completed. 

3.  Two recommendation forms with dispositions


Candidates must complete the following requirements within the first nine hours in the program:

1.  Passing score on English Proficiency Exam or a grade of "C" or better in ENGL 5003: English Usage and Composition for Graduate Students *

2.  Grade of "C" or better in EDUC 5103: Introduction to Graduate Research 

3.  Completion of EDUC 5100: Introductory Seminar for Graduate Programs

4.  GPA of 3.0 on all graduate work

5.  Two acceptable dispositional assessments from departmental faculty

Candidates must complete the following requirements within the first 21 hours in the program:

1.  Two acceptable disposition assessments from school-based faculty

2.  Passing score on mid-program portfolio

3.  GPA of 3.0 on all graduate work

Required courses (30 hours):

Guided Electives (3 hours):

Select one of the following literature courses:

General Program Requirements:

1.  GPA of 3.0 on all graduate work in the program

2.  Completion of all required field components, practica, and/or internships

3.  Passing score on exit-program portfolio

4.  Completion of Exit Interview (found on Graduate website)

5.  Completion of Graduate Degree Application (found on graduate website, in office of graduate studies)

Any detailed questions should be addressed to the MEd Graduate Advisor located in the School of Education and Behavioral Sciences, Nance Boyer.