Literacy (Grades 5-12) at Keuka College

This is a Master of Science in Literacy program, leading to initial/professional certification in literacy, in Grades 5-12. The program curriculum is based on three central and integrated themes -- research, application of research-based best practices, and reflection on the efficacy of instructional practice and teacher decision-making.

All graduates of this program are expected to demonstrate:

• an understanding of the foundations of literacy processes -- both assessment and instruction -- both remedial and proactive;
• the ability to implement a wide range of evidence-based instructional practices and carefully selected curriculum materials to support reading and writing instruction;
• the ability to use a wide variety of assessment tools and practices, both formal and informal, to plan for and evaluate effective literacy education;
• the ability to create literate environments that foster literacy by integrating foundational knowledge, use of evidence-based instructional practices, and use of suitable and relevant assessments;
• the ability to act as literacy leaders and advocates;
• the ability to interpret research findings, conduct action-based research, and communicate results to the stakeholders in literacy education;
• the ability to be reflective practitioners and life-long learners.

Who is the program for?

This master's level program is for teachers who hold current New York State provisional/initial certification. It is designed to enhance teachers’ knowledge about contemporary theories and research-based practices in literacy. The expectation is that they become effective practitioners who understand and deliver high quality literacy instruction and offer proactive literacy leadership in grades 5-12 educational settings.

This program leads to initial/professional certification in Literacy, Grades 5-12. Specific questions about certification issues should be directed to the Program Director.

How is the program structured?

Students enter our program during a summer semester and proceed through the courses together as members of a cohort, providing a close network of peers. During the summer, the courses are held in the daytime, while, during the rest of the school year, the courses are offered in the late afternoons/evenings.

Students enrolled in the part-time option may expect to complete the program in a little over two years. This option is particularly well suited to students balancing personal and professional responsibilities, especially as new teachers.

Students enrolled in the full-time option will undertake a demanding pace of study, research and writing. They can look forward to completing the program in two summers plus a fall and a spring semester.

For more information ...

Complete our form, call us at (315) 279-5410, or e-mail gradedu@mail.keuka.edu.