Graduate Bulletin
READING
Graduate Bulletin
Document Number 3.02.02
[1] Objectives
The major purpose of the MSE programs offered through the Department of Early Childhood and Special Education is to offer advanced preparation in assessment, planning, and instructional strategies to personnel working with school age children. MSE programs are standards based, designed around exemplary educational practices, and aligned with the Arkansas Curriculum Frameworks. Master programs are currently available in early childhood, reading and special education. Licensure program is available in gifted and talented.
[2] Guidelines for MSE in Reading
1. In addition to the general application and GPA requirements of the UCA Graduate School, applicants must
a. Submit valid general education teaching license;
b. Submit two letters of reference from practicing professionals who can speak to the candidate's
knowledge, performance, dispositions, and capability to complete a master's program; and
c. Submit appropriate scores on the Graduate Record Examination.
2. No more than three hours may be transferred from another institution of higher education. These three hours will be elective credit only and will not be considered as a substitution for any core requirement.
3. The Program of Study must be filed prior to enrollment in the 12th hour.
4. Research Methods must be taken before the 12th hour.
5. Application for participation in the Comprehensive Examination can only be filed after the completion of the 24th hour.
6. Students must complete Praxis test for Reading Specialist and submit documentation of score prior to taking comprehensive exams.
7. Participation in the Comprehensive Examination can take place only during the final semester of study.
8. Students who fail the Reading Comprehensive Examination on the initial attempt may, after one semester has elapsed, apply for re-examination. This second attempt shall be the final opportunity to participate in the Reading Comprehensive Examination. Should the student fail the second attempt, the degree will not be awarded.
9. Students who fail to apply after two years have elapsed since the initial unsuccessful attempt on the Reading Comprehensive Examination shall be denied application, and the degree will not be awarded.
Completion of the requirements for the Master's in Reading will result in the candidate's qualification to apply for certification as a reading specialist in the State of Arkansas.
Programs in the COE that lead to licensure relating to P-12 schools require a passing score on the appropriate Praxis exam(s) and satisfactory completion of all key assessments identified by the program area. Candidates cannot complete their program unless both of these criteria have been met.
[3] Program of Study
Program of Study for Reading Graduate Candidates
Core Requirements (27 hours): ECSE 6314, 6341, 6342, 6343, 6344, 6345, 6346, 6379; ASTL 6380.
Elective (3 hours): ENGL 5361; LIBM 6318; WLAN 5325, 5310; ECSE 6304, 6306, 6325 or other course as approved by advisor.
For more information on Gifted and Talented licensure course work contact the Department of Early Childhood and Special Education.
[4] Graduate Courses in Early Childhood and Special Education (ECSE)
Follow this link for ECSE course descriptions: course link.
[5] Graduate Courses in Advanced Studies in Teaching and Learning (ASTL)
Follow this link for ASTL course descriptions: course link.
[6] Graduate Courses in Library Media and Information Technologies (LIBM)
Follow this link for LIBM course descriptions: course link.