USCB Announces New Graduate Programs in Literacy

USCB’s new Literacy graduate programs are designed for working teachers.

The University of South Carolina Beaufort has launched a graduate program in Literacy, designed for current teachers. Beginning Summer 2021, USCB’s Education Department will prepare teachers to improve reading achievement in K-12 classrooms in the South Carolina Lowcountry and beyond.

USCB’s new program provides a combination of on-campus, on-line, and field-based coursework. It is designed for those seeking a master’s degree in literacy and those who need master’s level courses for the SC Read to Succeed Endorsement. 

There are three ways to participate:

The new M.Ed. in Literacy is a 36-credit hour degree program, leading to add-on certification as a Literacy Teacher and Literacy Coach.

The Graduate Certificate is a 12-credit hour series of 4 courses, leading to an SC Read to Succeed Endorsement. 

One Course at a Time for professional development on an as-needed/as-interested basis.

Learn more by attending one of two virtual information sessions in February 2021.

Session 1:   USCB M.Ed. in Literacy
Time: Feb 2, 2021 4:00-5:00pm 
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89972429294?pwd=NWhGMG40MGxqaERtK1RaWjZCb3lOZz09

Session 2: USCB M.Ed. in Literacy
Time: Feb 4, 2021 4:00-5:00pm
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83712436894?pwd=SUM2S25WUVNIcW1uL2h6YStmVzc1Zz09

Dr. Bruce Marlowe, Chair of USCB’s Department of Education, said participants who successfully complete the program will be able to:

• Design literacy curricula that meets the needs of all learners, particularly those who experience difficulty with readingmplement and evaluate small-group and individual instruction for learners

• Select, and use appropriate assessment tools to screen, diagnose, and measure students’ literacy achievement

• Collaborate with school personnel to use a variety of print and digital materials to engage and motivate all learners

• Integrate digital technologies in appropriate, safe, and effective ways that supports a literacy-rich learning environment

• Construct research-based literacy programs within the school

• Serve as in-house literacy leaders, guiding faculty and staff in becoming highly effective literacy teachers

For more information about the programs and to apply, go to: https://admissions.uscb.edu/apply/graduate-student/literacy/index.html