Literacy (LITC)
LITC 7089. Independent Study. 1-3 Hours.
This is a course designed for independent study of selected topics under the supervision of a faculty member. Variable Credit (1-3). Course Equivalents: READ 7089
Prerequisite: Consent of Department Chair.
LITC 7320. Issues and Trends in Literacy Education. 3 Hours.
Current issues and trends related to field of literacy acquisition will be examined through the lens of theory, process and practice. Course Equivalents: READ 7320
Prerequisite: Admission into the Ed.D. program in Literacy Leadership.
LITC 7330. Research in Language and Literacy. 3 Hours.
This course is designed to present current theories and research regarding aspects of literacy and oral and written language. This knowledge is related to instructional applications for classrooms for the literacy development of children and students. Course Equivalents: READ 7330
Prerequisite: READ 5306 or consent of the instructor.
LITC 7335. Literacy Leadership & Curriculum Perspectives. 3 Hours.
This course explores the variety of curriculum perspectives, theories and processes related to the greater issue of literacy and literacy acquisition and the role of literacy leader at local, state, regional and national/international levels. Course Equivalents: READ 7335
Prerequisite: LITC 7300 and LITC 7320.
LITC 7336. Strategies for College Reading in Developmental Education. 3 Hours.
This course explores research and practical application of reading concepts related to developmental and reading education. Principles of learning, students' reading strategy development, assessment/evaluation of teaching/learning, and the use of instructional technology will be examined using research-based best practices in developmental reading education. Course Equivalents: READ 7336 .
LITC 7340. Analyzing Language Use in LITC. 3 Hours.
This course is a study of language use (spoken and written) within a critical constructivist context with a focus on the analysis of discourse. It provides a critical examination and implementation of literacy and language theories, uses of language in social and educational settings, and research methodologies related to how language use is influenced by and impacts politics, society, literacy, and literacy instruction. Course Equivalents: READ 7340
Prerequisite: Admission into the Ed.D. program in Literacy Leadership.
LITC 7345. Literacy Assessment. 3 Hours.
This course provides an opportunity to train others in the use and interpretation of literacy assessment instruments. Additionally candidates will assist school sites in establishing a school-wide process for collecting, implementing, and communicating the results of a broad range of assessment data. Course Equivalents: READ 7345 .
LITC 7360. Virtual Ethnography. 3 Hours.
This course will enrich students' existing qualitative research methodologies by providing them with timely research to overcome the barriers that are inherent in conducting research within digital environments. Students will explore the strategies, methods, issues, possibilities, and technologies for conducting research within digital environments, such as virtual worlds, video games, and social networks, as well as gain the ability to become critical consumers of online and virtual data analysis programs. Course Equivalents: READ 7360
Prerequisite: none.
LITC 7366. Theories & History of Literacy. 3 Hours.
Literacy reflects the changing religious, economic and political institutions of cultures, linking the needs and goals of a society and its school curriculum. Students will analyze the theoretical and historical progression of literacy for relationships impacting research, instructional practice, and societal use. Course Equivalents: READ 7366
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor.
LITC 7367. Language Arts: Theory and Practice. 3 Hours.
This course examines current research, issues, and trends related to the field of literacy within the language arts: writing, linguistics, spelling, handwriting/computer skills, and the graphic/visual arts. Course Equivalents: READ 7367
Prerequisite: Approval of Instructor.
LITC 7385. Digital Epistemologies. 3 Hours.
This course will examine the role of digital literacy in education through the evaluation of digital literacies, their politics, problems, research, and inquiry, and will enable a deeper understanding of ways to incorporate digital literacies into curricula. Doctoral students will have a richer conceptualization of digital literacies and their place in twenty-first century education. Course Equivalents: READ 7385 .
