Master of Arts
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How long will it take me to complete the program?
Most students complete the program within 2-3 years.
How often are courses offered?
Courses are usually offered every semester including summers.
Can I enroll as a part-time student?
Yes.
Are the courses synchronous or asynchronous?
We strongly believe that learning is a social endeavor. As a result, we create opportunities throughout our courses for you to interact with colleagues via synchronous online sessions. Small and whole group discussions, coaching, group presentations, guided web tours, document sharing and formative assessment through polling are just a few of the social learning features that support your learning.
What are the requirements for attendance?
Advanced notification of the days and times of these required sessions is provided in Student Self-Service (formerly Student OASIS) when you register (Online MA in Reading or Reading Endorsement) and again in the course syllabus. If for some reason you are unable to attend a session, please contact your instructor. Even though whole group discussions can be recorded, your absence from a session means your voice is missing from the learning environment. Discussions taking place in small group 鈥渂reak-out sessions鈥 are not recordable. Additionally, your absence from both small and whole group sessions means you miss out on the organic learning opportunity afforded by discussion of course-related ideas and themes. Professors require your full participation for the entire session in order to receive credit for participation. Specifics may vary for each course.
Do I need to be a practicing teacher?
No, but most courses require students to interact with a literacy learner (preK-adult) for the purposes of developing expertise. It is helpful to identify a population of participants with whom you can work in schools or outside of school settings.
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