Classroom-based Comprehensive Literacy Practices (Graduate Certificate)
About
The graduate certificate in Classroom-based Comprehensive Literacy Practices is designed for PreK-12 teachers working in schools supported by Maine Partnerships in Comprehensive Literacy (MPCL) coaches. This hybrid program involves face-to-face, on-site and online coursework, providing classroom teachers with the knowledge and skills to refine and enhance their literacy instruction. There are approximately 40 building-based MPCL coaches working in Maine schools and districts statewide. By leveraging the MPCL school-improvement model, teachers — working collaboratively with literacy coaches — will be better prepared to meet the needs of students and improve their students’ achievement. Some coursework in this certificate may be applied toward a Master of Education (M.Ed.) degree.
Program Highlights
Requirements
Program Learning Outcomes
This 15-credit graduate certificate is designed to meet the busy schedule of practicing teachers. It includes coursework on the foundations of literacy teaching and learning; innovative approaches to writing, reading and language instruction; and comprehensive strategies for how to develop phonological awareness in young learners. By the end of the certificate program, students will be able to:
Careers
According to national, regional and state data, there’s a need for more educators with training in best practices for literacy teaching and learning. This certificate is designed to meet that need by providing PreK-12 literacy coaches with the appropriate knowledge and skill to serve their students and school communities.
Ideal candidates for the classroom-based Comprehensive Literacy Coaching certificate include:
At a Glance
College of Education & Human Development
Degree Level
Graduate
Degree Earned
Graduate Certificate in Classroom-based Comprehensive Literacy Practices
Mode of Study
Hybrid
time to Complete Degree
15 Credits
Featured Courses
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Next Steps
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