Our faculty include internationally recognized researchers and teachers in literacy disorders and reading development. They have significant experience working in schools and other educational settings, and bring the latest best practices into the classroom. You can expect to gain evidence-based knowledge that you can apply right away to help your students.

Many of our faculty are not only practitioners, but also active researchers. Just a few of the  current research areas of focus include school- and home-related risk factors associated with learning challenges; the genetic, neurologic and behavioral links between oral and written language development; interventions for language learning disabilities and dyslexia; and development of diagnostic and intervention tools for English language learners. You will benefit from this cutting-edge research, that is shaping the future of literacy instruction. Learn more about our faculty here.

The MGH Institute is one of the few literacy and language programs that allows you to complete both a clinical practicum and a school-based practicum. Each takes place under the close supervision of one of our faculty or an appropriate mentor.

The 30-hour clinical practicum takes place at our on-campus Speech, Language and Literacy Center. You’ll learn to differentiate instruction for struggling readers. The structured literacy method of instruction you will use is often the key for your students who struggle with foundational reading and spelling skills. Many CAS graduates state that this closely mentored experience is one of the most powerful aspects of the program.

The school-based practicum is a 150-hour internship under the supervision of a licensed reading specialist in an approved public school or private school. Practicing teachers typically complete this practicum in their own school. If you're not a practicing teacher, the program director will work with you to identify a school and supervisor that is a good fit for your learning goals and interests.