Dr. Karen Armstrong

Instructor

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Biography

Karen Armstrong is a Course Director with a focus on Early Family Literacy within the Faculty of Education at York University. In her teaching role, she emphasizes the importance of engaging families in the literacy development of young children, building strong foundational skills that continue throughout educational journeys. Her work draws on the latest research in literacy education and childhood development, promoting strategies that are both effective and inclusive. Karen is dedicated to fostering relationships between educators, families, and communities, ensuring that all children have the resources they need to succeed. Through her courses, she prepares future educators to implement these practices in their own classrooms, facilitating a comprehensive understanding of literacy's role in early childhood education.

Research Interests

Courses

Early Family Literacy (ED/EDST 3760)

Requirements for York University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
4-year Honours Bachelor degree in a related discipline
Application Checklist
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  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
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Specialization Notes

Department of Liberal Arts & Professional Studies graduate programs generally follow the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS) B+ minimum requirement.