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Master of Education (M.Ed.)
7-week 100% online
Reading
For educators aspiring to improve their knowledge, skills and dispositions relative to literacy development across the grades (Kindergarten through Grade 12), this program prepares students for successful employment as a reading specialist and/or literacy coach. The specific goal of the program is to prepare teachers to provide specialized reading and writing instruction, to assess and diagnose literacy behavior, and to serve as resource persons in K-12 settings.
We offer full-time study with the program starting in June and ending the following May or part-time study to provide students with flexibility.
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Courses/Cost/Time
12 online courses (36 hours)
Finish in 18 months
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- Reading Specialist
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BGSU is one of only a handful of universities in the nation — and the only one in Ohio — to earn the Quality Matters Online Learner Support certificate for all of our online programs. This recognition reflects our commitment to providing the critical support and academic services that online students need to succeed.
The reading program is in the BGSU College of Education and Human Development.
Accreditation
Bowling Green State University [BGSU] is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. BGSU has been accredited by the Higher Learning Commission since 01/01/1916. The most recent reaffirmation of accreditation was received in 2022-2023, with our next reaffirmation of accreditation scheduled for 2032-2033. Questions should be directed to the Office of Institutional Effectiveness.
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