Literacy Studies, Reading Disabilities and Dyslexia Concentration, Ph.D.

Program Overview

The Literacy Studies Ph.D. program at MTSU prepares graduates for diverse professional roles in literacy education, including college faculty, literacy reform leaders, and researchers. Graduates have been employed by various organizations, including universities, school districts, and government agencies. The program emphasizes the development of expertise in literacy theory, research, and practice.

Program Outline

Careers:

Graduates from the Literacy Studies Ph.D. Program may be employed in a variety of professional positions. Examples include, but are not limited to:

• College/university faculty
• Leaders in literacy reform
• Materials/test developers at publishing companies
• Leaders at federal & state education agencies
• Leaders at local districts
• Leaders in non-profit organizations
• Researchers
• School consultants
• Teacher trainers

Employers of MTSU Literacy Studies Ph.D. program alumni

include:

• Austin Peay State University
• Clarksville-Montgomery County Schools
• Coastal Carolina Community College
• Colorado Department of Education
• Gestalt Community Schools
• Huntsville, Alabama, City Schools
• Lebanon Special School District
• Lipscomb University
• MTSU College of Education
• MTSU Center for the Study & Treatment of Dyslexia
• MTSU James E. Walker Library
• MTSU University Studies
• New Hope Academy
• Rutherford County Schools
• Self-Employed
• Sumner County Schools
• Tennessee Department of Education
• Tullahoma City Schools