Auburn’s Reading Education program prepares you for a successful career in reading instruction. You’ll work directly with faculty who helped develop the Alabama Reading Initiative (ARI). In our program, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills you need to help struggling readers succeed. 

We believe all children should have the skills to learn through reading and to enjoy what only reading can bring.

We’re ready to help you reach your goals. Contact us for more information.

Academic Programs of Study

Master of Education (M.Ed.) or Master of Science (M.S.)
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D)
Graduate Certificate: Reading Instruction

Career Options

  • School and/or school system reading specialists

  • Regional literacy coaches

  • University/college faculty

  • State reading initiatives development and implementation

  • Innovative educational leaders in schools

  • Reading instruction leaders and teacher trainers

Student Resources

Undergraduate Students
Graduate Students

Faculty

Mary Jane McIlwain
Mary Jane McIlwain
Associate Professor, Reading Education
(334) 844-8288
Email
Katherine Forster
Katherine Forster
Clinical Lecturer, Reading Education

Email
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