The Education Specialist (EdS) in Reading, Literacy, and Assessment program is designed for any educator who wishes to influence positive growth in reading and literacy and gain expertise in best practices regarding reading, literacy, curriculum design and instruction, teacher professional development, and program evaluation and assessment. Education professionals can develop skills and study strategies that can improve reading and curriculum outcomes across the educational system, including classroom instruction, program design, policy implementation, and critical thinking. In this EdS program, education professionals explore sociopolitical, cultural, and economic influences on literacy; curriculum, assessment, and instruction for diverse learners; changing definitions of literacy; best practices in literacy; and program design and evaluation. This specialization is designed for classroom teachers, lead teachers, reading specialists, literacy coaches, department chairs, curriculum specialists, and any instructor who desires to gain a deeper understanding of reading and literacy practices.
*Walden University’s Education Specialist (EdS) in Reading, Literacy, and Assessment (Non-Licensure) does not lead to certification or licensure in reading, literacy, and assessment. Walden makes no representation, warranty, guarantee, or commitment that successful completion of this program or coursework for graduate credit within this program will permit a graduate to obtain state certification or licensure as a reading, literacy, and assessment teacher.
This program does not lead to educator licensure or certification. Educators are advised to contact their individual school districts as to whether this program may qualify for salary advancement.
All EdS graduates will be prepared to:
In addition to the shared EdS outcomes above, Reading, Literacy, and Assessment (Non-Licensure) graduates will be prepared to:
OR
(6-weel version)
The recommended course sequence is as follows:
Quarter | Course | Credits |
---|---|---|
Quarter 1 |
EDSD 7002 - Leading the Future of Education OREDSD 7006 - Leading the Future of Education (6-week version) |
5 credits |
Quarter 2 |
EDSD 7060 - Issues and Trends in Reading and Literacy |
5 credits |
Quarter 3 |
EDSD 7101 - Learner-Centered Curriculum |
5 credits |
Quarter 4 |
RSCH 7110 - Research Theory, Design, and Methods |
5 credits |
Quarter 5 |
EDSD 7102 - Promoting the Success of Diverse Learners |
5 credits |
Quarter 6 |
EDSD 7061 - Assessment and Data Analysis to Support Effective Literacy Programs |
5 credits |
Quarter 7 |
EDSD 7062 - A Collaborative Approach to Literacy Across the Content Areas |
5 credits |
Quarter 8 |
EDSD 7106 - Program Evaluation for Continuous Improvement |
5 credits |
Quarter 9 |
EDSD 7900 - EdS Capstone Project: Creating and Supporting Effective Educational Practices |
5 credits |
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