Language and literacy education
Department of Teaching & Learning
Masters in education,
specialization in language or literacy
The non-thesis Ed.M. degree focuses on K-12. Its purpose is to develop teachers’ or other professionals’ knowledge and skills. The Ed.M. has specializations in both English language learner (ELL)/bilingual and literacy.
The M.A. degree is designed for students who wish to focus on educational research in language and literacy and who may pursue a doctoral degree. Emphases are offered in ELL/bilingual education and literacy.
Ph.D. in education,
specialization in language and literacy
The literacy doctor of philosophy degree has specializations in three focus areas: reading and writing, English language learning, and children’s literature. In combination, five core courses provide a basis for shared understandings of Ph.D. candidates as well as foundational understandings for their specialization options. This common core affords an opportunity for community building through interactions with all literacy Ph.D. candidates and all specialization faculty.
More info
For detailed information on program requirements and application procedures, contact:
Office of Graduate Studies
gradstudies@wsu.edu
252 Cleveland Hall
(509) 335-7016 or
(509) 335-9195