Master of Science in Language and Literacy Studies
The Language and Literacy Studies Program is for professionals interested in developing expertise in particular aspects of language and literacy, such as multilingual literacy or reading, writing, and assessment. In consultation with their faculty advisor, students may use this program to design a course of study in language and literacy studies to meet their own interests and needs. While completion of this program will not lead to licensure, students my use it as preparation for work in curriculum development, school leadership in literacy, or doctoral studies.
Signature Courses
In designing your course of student with an advisor you will be able to select from among courses in human development, multiculturalism, research, and language and culture requirements. You may decide to take the signature course in this program as part of your personalized course selection.
Teaching Literacy to English Language Learners (RDG 530) Students in this class are introduced to the key factors affecting the literacy development of bilingual children who are learning to read and write in English. Participants develop skills in assessing reading and writing competence, teaching reading skills, planning lessons, and monitoring children’s progress.
For a detailed list of courses, please go to the graduate section of our catalog in .pdf and click on School of Education and Child Life: Language and Literacy.
Certification
This is a non-licensure program, although some teachers have opted to use courses within this program to both earn a master’s degree and prepare to independently add a second license in Teaching English as a Second Language.
Field Experience
The Master of Science in Language and Literacy Studies is a classroom-based program with no field experience component.
FAQs
Q: How many credits is this program?
A: 31
Q: Can I begin this program in any semester?
A: Yes, students can enter this program at the start
of any semester. We recommend enrolling in the fall semester
if you intend to complete it as a full-time student in three semesters.
Q: Do I need to be a full-time student to participate in
this program?
A: Students may enroll in this program with full-time
or part-time student status
Q: Do I have to interview for admission to the program?
A: No. But informational interviews to learn more about the
program and its fit with your professional goals are encouraged. To
schedule an interview with a faculty member, email the Office of Graduate
Admissions at graduate@wheelock.edu.
Q: Do I need prior experience to qualify for admission to
this program?
A: No, but you will need to have completed a bachelor’s
degree with an arts and sciences or education focus, and have a demonstrated
interest in literacy education.
Q: When are applications due?
A: Wheelock has preferred application due dates of
April 1 if you plan to enroll for either the summer or fall semester,
and October 1 if you intend to begin taking classes in the spring semester.
Q: What will I need to submit if I apply to this program?
A: A graduate
program application, a 3-5 page essay, a copy of your resumé,
copies of your academic transcripts and 3 letters of reference. For
full details of required admissions materials visit our
Graduate
Admissions.
Applying to a Wheelock College Graduate Program
Go to our application process web page to find out more on how to apply to this program.
If you have any questions about these programs, other graduate programs at Wheelock College, or about applying to Wheelock College, contact the Office of Graduate Admissions at graduate@wheelock.edu or call (617) 879-2206, (toll-free (800) 734-5212), or visit the Office of Graduate Admissions Web Site.
