Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction with a concentration in Reading Education online
Program Overview
Get to know our online master’s in reading education
The innovative Master of Education in Curriculum & Instruction with a concentration in Reading Education online program from Florida Gulf Coast University is built for K-12 teachers seeking added education in reading in order to make a greater impact on students and achieve career goals.
In the M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction reading online program from FGCU, you will develop your ability to assess literary performance in K-12 classrooms, explore differentiated instruction and strategies proven to be effective with struggling readers, and understand how to present reading to your students as a process of constructing meaning.
With this FGCU online program, you will study the foundations of curriculum and instruction, educational research and design, and measurement. You will engage in a series of specialized courses that emphasize informal classroom assessments in reading; teach you how to utilize approaches, materials and procedures for integrating reading and writing into content areas; and much more. In addition to our vigorous core and focused curriculum, you will participate in one reading practicum that applies your cumulative development.
The Florida Gulf Coast College of Education educator preparation programs are accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and meet rigorous national standards for educator preparation set by CAEP.
Ranked among the "Best Online Master's in Education Programs" by U.S. News & World Report (2024)
Graduates of this online reading education master’s program will be able to:
- Use subject matter knowledge, principles of inquiry and diverse backgrounds of students to plan, facilitate and assess student learning in an engaging and safe environment for all learners
- Advocate for the use of best instructional practices, equal access to quality learning, and the well-being of learners
- Encourage and inspire diverse populations of readers with difficulties and learning disabilities, ultimately improving their performances through effective instructional strategies
- Apply advanced reading instruction that explores reading as a process of constructing meaning
- Use subject matter knowledge, principles of inquiry and diverse backgrounds of students to plan, facilitate and assess student learning in an engaging and safe environment for all learners
- Advocate for the use of best instructional practices, equal access to quality learning, and the well-being of learners
- Encourage and inspire diverse populations of readers with difficulties and learning disabilities, ultimately improving their performances through effective instructional strategies
- Apply advanced reading instruction that explores reading as a process of constructing meaning
- Use subject matter knowledge, principles of inquiry and diverse backgrounds of students to plan, facilitate and assess student learning in an engaging and safe environment for all learners
- Advocate for the use of best instructional practices, equal access to quality learning, and the well-being of learners
- Encourage and inspire diverse populations of readers with difficulties and learning disabilities, ultimately improving their performances through effective instructional strategies
- Apply advanced reading instruction that explores reading as a process of constructing meaning
This online education program prepares you for roles such as:
- Reading Specialist
- Curriculum and Instruction Coordinator
- Director of Curriculum and Instruction for Reading
- Curriculum Specialist
- Reading Instructional Coordinator
- Reading Specialist
- Curriculum and Instruction Coordinator
- Director of Curriculum and Instruction for Reading
- Curriculum Specialist
- Reading Instructional Coordinator
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Tuition
Find out how and when to pay your tuition
This online master’s in reading education offers affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition. All fees are included in the total tuition.
Tuition breakdown:
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Ed. C&I – Reading | $373 | $1,119 | $13,428 |
*Tuition is as low as $13,428. Waiver available for out-of-state tuition. Prices subject to change at any time.
Calendar
Explore dates you need to know
FGCU online programs are delivered in an accelerated format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring multiple start dates each year. Get started today!
Now enrolling:
| First Starts | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Drop/Add Deadline | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 1 | 1/6/25 | 11/25/24 | 12/2/24 | 1/5/25 | 1/10/25 | 1/8/25 | 2/22/25 |
| Spring 2 | 3/10/25 | 2/3/25 | 2/14/25 | 3/9/25 | 3/14/25 | 3/12/25 | 4/26/25 |
| Summer 1 | 5/5/25 | 3/30/25 | 4/16/25 | 5/4/25 | 5/9/25 | 5/7/25 | 6/21/25 |
| Summer 2 | 6/23/25 | 5/18/25 | 5/25/25 | 6/22/25 | 6/27/25 | 6/25/25 | 8/9/25 |
Admissions
Qualifications for our online reading degree program
At FGCU, we've streamlined the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. Please read the requirements for the M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction, Reading Education concentration online program, including what additional materials you need and where you should send them. The requirements include:
You must meet the following requirements for admission to the M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction, Reading Education concentration online program.
- Submit graduate application and $30 application fee
- Official academic transcripts from every college or university attended
- Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution
- A minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale for the last 60 semester hours of the baccalaureate degree
- A one-page statement about your career and personal goals connected with pursuing graduate work in Curriculum and Instruction. This statement should explain your motivation for pursuing a master's degree at FGCU.
- For international students: a TOEFL exam with a minimum score of 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based) or 79 (internet-based)
Official transcripts, test scores and other documents should be sent from the granting institutions to:
Email address: [email protected]
Mailing address:
10501 FGCU Blvd. SouthFort Myers, FL 33965-6565
FGCU is ranked #56 among the “Best Regional Universities South Rankings” by U.S. News & World Report (2022)
Courses
A look at the online M.Ed. Reading Education classes
For this master’s in reading education online program, you must complete a total of 36 credit hours, including seven core courses and five specialized courses.
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