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MAE Reading Emphasis

Help learners build the reading skills that open new possibilities. Develop advanced instructional strategies to support readers across grade levels and ability ranges while strengthening your practice as an educator.

Why study Master of Arts in Education – Reading Emphasis at Findlay?

Deepen literacy instruction through Findlay’s MAE Reading Emphasis. The program is designed for educators who want to strengthen reading assessment, intervention, and teaching across learner needs.

  • Study advanced reading practice. Connect literacy assessment and research-based instruction with the broader graduate education core.
  • Apply coursework at work. Assignments are designed to relate directly to your classroom or professional setting.
  • Investigate a question. A research-driven culminating project lets you pursue an issue tied to your interests and practice.

The Reading Emphasis can support literacy instruction and intervention. Specific positions depend on your experience and licensure.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

MAE Reading Emphasis by the Numbers

30

Required credits

Listed for the MAE Reading Emphasis program.

Course Requirements

Students earning a Master of Arts in Education with an Emphasis in Reading must complete the following curriculum. 

The graduate education core consists of required courses that establish a strong foundation in educational theory, research, and practice. View the full core curriculum in the University of Findlay Graduate Catalog.  

The Reading Emphasis consists of required emphasis courses focused on advanced reading instruction, literacy assessment, and research-based strategy. View the full emphasis curriculum in the University of Findlay Graduate Catalog. 

Hands-On Experience

The Master of Arts in Education Degree with an Emphasis in Reading is built around the idea that great reading educators are made through reflective practice, not just classroom theory. Students engage in hands-on learning through: 

  • Applied coursework 
  • Assignments are designed to connect directly to your current classroom or professional context. 
  • Research-driven final project  
  • The culminating course invites students to pursue an independent topic in reading that reflects their personal and professional interests. 

Careers

The Reading Emphasis supports educators who want to strengthen literacy instruction and intervention. Specific roles depend on experience and licensure.

  • Reading specialist
  • Literacy coach
  • Reading interventionist
  • Curriculum and instruction specialist

Explore related occupations and typical entry requirements in the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook profile for instructional coordinators.

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Accreditation

University of Findlay’s College of Education is accredited by recognized regional and national bodies, ensuring your degree holds weight with employers and institutions nationwide. The College of Education holds national accreditation through CAEP. 

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