The Master of Education in Reading program at Worcester State University provides you with the theoretical knowledge and practical experience you need to qualify for initial licensure as a reading specialist in Massachusetts.<br><br>Worcester State offers 3 programs of study:<br><br>MEd in Reading (Option 1)<br>MEd in Reading with Reading Specialist Licensure (Option 2)<br>Non-Degree/Reading Specialist Licensure (Option 3)<br>In classes taught by accomplished faculty, you will build knowledge and competence in language development, reading theory and instruction, and meeting the needs of all learners. You will translate theory into practice through hands-on practicum experiences. Your studies culminate in a literacy research project and an electronic portfolio of work that not only demonstrates your successful completion of all program competencies but also helps you to advance your career.<br><br>In addition, you will have opportunities to collaborate with faculty on literacy research and to join the International Reading Association's Alpha Upsilon Alpha honor society, in fact, Worcester State's Beta Mu chapter is 1 of only 2 in Massachusettsand it's the only graduate-level honor society on campus.<br><br>Graduates of this renowned program are qualified to work as reading specialists, literacy coaches, and literacy / English language arts directors. Although many pursue these specific careers, others remain classroom teachers, enhancing their instruction with their reading specialist background.