Master of Science in Education in Science of Reading- Online

M.S. Ed. in Science of Reading

Indiana University's M.S. Ed. in Science in Reading (SOR) provides a specialization in science-based reading instruction across diverse learning environments. The curriculum is aligned with educational standards, cognitive research, and science-based practices to ensure systematic, explicit instruction across all components of reading. This program is designed for professionals who hold a bachelor’s degree, have a foundational background in education, and wish to specialize and seek advanced roles in their careers. This program meets the requirements for Indiana’s Early Literacy Endorsement. Graduates also receive training for literacy coaching roles and earn a Dyslexia Certificate and a Coaching Micro credential, enhancing their specialization in the field.

• IU Online combines the prestige and resources of Indiana University with the convenience and flexibility of online learning, making it a great choice for many students.
• The program is designed for the working professional, utilizing fully online coursework and an optional expedited timeline.
• Curriculum provides hands-on application experiences for educators to apply their learning in authentic contexts.
• Coursework is aligned to the International Dyslexia Association’s (IDA) Knowledge & Practice Standards, Department of Education Reading Educator Standards, and includes the IDA-accredited Keys to Literacy curriculum.
• Students can fulfill Indiana’s Early Literacy Endorsement training requirements in a single semester and apply the endorsement as 6 credit hours towards their master’s degree.
• Coursework includes a state-approved Dyslexia certificate and a Literacy Coachmicro-credential to broaden graduates’ expertise and credentials.

Degree Award Level: Masters

Mode of Delivery: Online

Career Relevant/Out-of-Classroom

Experiences: Capstone Research Project

Academic Unit(s) Offering Program: IU Schools of Education

Course Requirements (30 cr.)

• EDUC-L 526 Literacy Foundations 1
• EDUC-L 527 Literacy Foundations 2
• EDUC-L 454 Advanced Application of Literacy Foundations & Assessment
• EDUC-K 515 Foundations of Dyslexia   
• EDUC-K 570 Reading Interventions & Supports   
• EDUC-L 517 Adv Study Content Reading & Adolescent Literacy
• EDUC-P 544 Applied Cognition & Learning Strategies
• EDUC-J 503 Teacher Leadership & Instructional Coaching
• EDUC-L 604 Coaching for Literacy Impact
• EDUC-L 606 Capstone for Literacy Leaders