Literacy Education (MAT)
"A child who reads, will be an adult who thinks." -Sasha Salmina
"A child who reads, will be an adult who thinks." -Sasha Salmina
The Master of Arts in Teaching with a specialty in Literacy Education is designed to enable teachers to develop the competencies that qualify them as reading specialists according to the criteria of the International Literacy Association and the Michigan Department of Education. Our program prepares teachers to improve students’ reading and language skills in all content areas.
You will gain field experience in a variety of district types (urban, suburban, rural) and establish professional relationships. Our graduates also serve as literacy coaches at all grade levels.
Kathryn Patel '18
Kathryn is currently working for the Learning Care Group in Novi, as an Education Specialist, writing curriculum and training teachers for private early childhood programs. According to Kathryn, “The knowledge I have gained through the MLE program has helped me better communicate with early childhood professionals, giving them valuable resources, through in person meetings, conference calls, emailed newsletters, and webinars. I am now able to help teachers set up more effective and functional classrooms, based on guided reading practices. My experience as an MLE graduate has also helped me to write developmentally appropriate activities for all students,
This 9 semester hour program is designed to enable teachers to develop competencies in the development of assessment and instruction of literacy for elementary learners, as well as improve understanding of essential early literacy practices to best meet the needs of all learners in the primary grades, and struggling learners in the upper grades.
This 9 semester hour program is designed to enable teachers to develop competencies in the development of content literacy, assessment, and instruction of adolescent learners, as well as improve understanding of literacy development to help meet the needs of struggling adolescent readers.
B.S. University of Michigan - Flint
M.Ed. Oakland University
Ed.S. Oakland University
Ph.D. Oakland University
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Dr. Sue Ann Sharma is the Interim Dean of the College of Education and Human Development at Madonna University. Previously she served as the Graduate Education Chair for the Education Division of the College of Education and Human Development. Her career in higher education was preceded by extensive leadership experience in education at school and central office levels. Additionally, she has state-level leadership as the President of Michigan Reading Association.
Passionate about educational excellence, Dr. Sharma is dedicated to preparing teachers to address the diverse needs of learners. Her commitment extends to developing instructional literacy leaders, contributing to the future of education. As an advocate for literacy, she has actively served on the International Reading Association's Literacy Reform Task Force and Michigan Reading Association Board of Directors.
Sharma's academic pursuits focus on early childhood education, culturally responsive pedagogies, digital curation, and online teaching and learning. Through her research, she aims to advance knowledge in these critical areas, contributing to the ongoing evolution of effective educational practices. A respected figure in academia, Dr. Sue Ann Sharma continues to inspire and shape the educational landscape, leaving an indelible mark through her leadership, research, and commitment to fostering excellence in teaching and learning.
B.S. Eastern Michigan University
M.A. Eastern Michigan University
Ph.D. Madonna University
Bridget Regan is a Literacy Consultant for Wayne County RESA (Regional Education Service Agency) and serves as an Adjunct Professor of Literacy at Madonna University. Mrs. Regan has been in education for 24 years as is passionate about preparing educators as they strive to become exceptional while utilizing research based instructional practices each and every day in their classrooms.
Mrs. Regan has served in many roles in her career including: 4th & 8th grade Teacher, Reading Recovery Teacher & Learning Specialist, Literacy Facilitator, Elementary Principal and more recently as a Literacy Consultant at the county level. Mrs. Regan believes that teachers are leaders and that they can be the change we wish to see in the world.
B.S. Western Michigan University
M.A. Wayne State University
Ed.S. Oakland University
Julie Abeska is an Adjunct Professor in the College of Education at Madonna University. She is also the District Information and Technology Specialist at West Bloomfield High School, West Bloomfield, MI.
Mrs. Abeska has served in many roles in her career including: Elementary Information and Technology Specialist; Coordinator of Communication Arts, Assessment, and Evaluation K-12; Reading Specialist/Reading Recovery Teacher; K - 5th Grade Teacher.
Laura Gabrion is an experienced secondary English teacher with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education. Skilled in E-Learning, Customer Service, Adult Education, Distance Learning, and Higher Education. Her current research is focused on first-year writing.
