M.Ed. in Special Reading

This program is designed for individuals who are already certified as teachers.

Please note: Acquisition of the M.Ed. in Special Reading from Drury University does not automatically lead to Special Reading Certification from the State of Missouri.

In order to obtain Special Reading Certification from the State of Missouri, program participants need to have the following prerequisites: two (2) years teaching experience; an approved Behavior Management course (the Classroom Management course at Drury is approved); an approved Child and Adolescent Psychology course(s); an approved Education of the Exceptional Child course; and an approved Basic Reading Methods course. State determined certification exam required.

Please meet with an advisor for additional certification information.

Program Advisor: Dr. Laurie Edmondson
Office: Lay Hall 212
Phone: (417) 873-7569
E-Mail: ledmondson@drury.edu

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Required Courses: 30 hrs.

• EDUC 611 Counseling Parents of Exceptional Children 3 hrs.
• EDUC 651 Evaluation of Abilities and Achievement 3 hrs.
• EDUC 652 Language Development of the Exceptional Child 3 hrs.
• EDUC 660 Practicum I in Special Reading 3 hrs.
• EDUC 661 Practicum II in Special Reading 3 hrs.
• EDUC 665 Improvement of Reading Instruction 3 hrs.
• EDUC 667* Analysis and Correction of Reading Disabilities 3 hrs.
• EDUC 670 Leadership in Reading 3 hrs.
• EDUC 689** Introduction to Educational Research 3 hrs.
• EDUC 700** Capstone Seminar 3 hrs.
  • *Must be taken before or with EDUC 660 – Practicum I
  • **Must be taken in last 9 hours of program