CIP Code: 13.1315

Program of Study for the Master of Arts in Literacy Education, Adult Literacy Concentration

Basic Admission Requirements: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and a complete application to the Graduate School .

To be considered for admission, applicants must meet the criteria for admission to the Graduate School . Meeting these criteria does not guarantee admission.

Letters of Recommendation: Three

Location: Boone Campus and Online

Accelerated Master’s Program

This program offers an Accelerated Master’s  option for undergraduate students with a 3.2 or higher currently enrolled at Appalachian State University.

Course Requirements for the Master of Arts in Literacy Education with a Concentration in Adult Literacy

Total Required (Minimum 36 Credits)

Concentration Requirements (15 Credits)

• LIT 5100 - Teaching Beginning Readers and Writers (3)
• LIT 5710 - Seminar in Reading and Language Arts Research (3)
• LIT 5715 - Reading Assessment and Correction (3)
• LIT 5730 - Reading and Writing Instruction for Intermediate and Advanced Learners (3)
• LIT 5760 - Adult Literacy Instruction (3)

Thesis Option (15 Credits)

Choose one:

Other Requirements for the MA in Literacy Education (Adult Literacy Concentration)

• Thesis: Optional
• Proficiency: None required
• Candidacy: Not Required
• Comprehensive: Required
• Product of Learning: LIT 5525  is required unless thesis option is selected.