Online Master of Arts in Reading, Language and Literacy

Advance Your Education Career and Help Your Students Thrive

Get advanced training in developing, enhancing and assessing literacy with the online MA in Reading, Language and Literacy from California State University San Marcos. This CCTC-administered program prepares you to work with learners across a range of educational contexts, meeting students where they are in literacy and helping them move forward with new skills.

With three years of teaching experience and a California Clear teaching credential, you can earn the Reading and Literacy Added Authorization and Reading and Literacy Leadership Specialist Credential alongside your master’s degree to highlight your expertise to employers.

100% Online Courses

16-Month Duration

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Comprehensive Coursework to Build Your Expertise

We’ve designed our coursework to focus on all aspects of literacy and the science of reading, delivering a well-rounded education that combines the latest theory and research with opportunities to apply what you learn in fieldwork and clinical experiences. Throughout your program, you will work with expert faculty who have academic and professional backgrounds in K-12 education, developing the skills you need to create meaningful learning experiences for every student.

Foundations of Literacy and Literacy Instruction

Learn to create cultures of literacy while studying the principles of literacy development and instruction for English speakers and English language learners.

Teaching Literacy for the 21st Century

Explore what it means to read, write, view, listen and communicate in the 21st century and expand your teaching and assessment approaches by incorporating new technologies.

Multilingual Learners, Literacy and Language

Study the current theory, research and practices that affect language and literacy development for multilingual students and explore the role of culture in literacy.

Online Learning

Ideal for working adults with busy lives, our 100% online programs let you learn from anywhere and study in a format that fits your life. Full- and part-time scheduling is available, and some of our programs offer multiple starts per year to provide maximum flexibility. Plus, personalized academic and career services ensure you have the resources to succeed.

Prepare to Lead as a Literacy Expert

You can help meet the demand for literacy experts with a graduate degree from CSUSM. With 7% job growth in the education field from 2021 to 2031,1 the skills you gain in this program will prepare you for continued success by increasing your earning potential and opening doors to new opportunities.

Reading and Literacy Career Paths

  1. Literacy teacher: $50,868 per year2
  2. Reading specialist: $55,170 per year3
  3. Reading interventionist: $50,378 per year4
  4. Instructional coordinator: $63,740 per year1

About Us

Building on an over 30-year history, California State University San Marcos is dedicated to preparing future leaders, building great communities, and solving critical issues. Our programs advance the academic, social, professional and personal development of all students through education, innovation and community partnerships.

CSUSM is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, the official accrediting body for institutions of higher learning in the West.

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Sources

  1. U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Education, Training, and Library Occupations.” Retrieved from https://www.bls.gov.
  2. Payscale. “Average Literacy Teacher Salary.” Retrieved from https://www.payscale.com.
  3. Payscale. “Average Reading Specialist Salary.” Retrieved from https://www.payscale.com.
  4. Payscale. “Average Reading Interventionist Salary.” Retrieved from https://www.payscale.com.