The M.Ed. — Literacy Education K–12 concentration prepares teacher leaders who advocate for and seek to integrate theory, research, and practice; engage in reflection, research, and professional collaborations; and offer culturally relevant, learner-centered opportunities for every student to develop the literacy skills needed in the 21st century. You’ll be prepared to implement innovative research-based teaching strategies in your own classroom, and among colleagues, administrators, and the community.
Advantages of the M.Ed. — Literacy Education K–12
- 100% online synchronous classes — one evening per week.
- 30 credit hours.
- Qualifies you for advanced M licensure.
- Potentially qualify for higher pay grades for advanced degrees and licensure.
- Connect and collaborate with fellow in-service teachers across the state.
Program Curriculum Highlights
- Total Credits: 30
- Core Courses (9 credits): Build a strong foundation in essential teaching practices for all concentrations.
- Pedagogical Expertise (21 credits): Deepen your understanding of K–12 literacy instruction through courses designed to transform classroom learning:
- Word Study
- Literacy in the Early Years
- Literacy Development and Instruction Across the Elementary Grades
- Practicum in Literacy Assessment and Instruction
- Trends and Issues in Curriculum and Instruction
- Writing Instruction Across the Grade Levels
- Youth Literacies: Advanced Topics in Education
Take Your Career Beyond the Classroom
With an M.Ed. in Teacher Education, you’ll be prepared to lead in your content area and beyond. Graduates often advance into roles such as curriculum specialists, instructional facilitators, and academic coaches—and may also qualify to teach at the collegiate level.
Why UNCG?
At UNC Greensboro, students come first. We are a public, nonprofit, regionally accredited university with more than 130 years of academic excellence. Founded in 1891, UNCG is one of the three original institutions in the UNC System. Today, we are nationally ranked and globally recognized—recently named #1 Top Online College in North Carolina by Newsweek—and offer more than 75 online degree programs at every level.