Reading (READ)

READ 5304. Multisensory Language Learning. 3 Hours.

Students examine theories, concepts, and research-based pedagogical implications for multisensory language learning. Students conceptualize and implement multisensory strategies for teaching reading to students with dyslexia and other special needs.

READ 5306. Survey Of Reading. 3 Hours.

This course provides historical and philosophical perspectives in literacy instruction. The results of research in such areas as emergent literacy, cueing systems and comprehension, reading interests, current literacy methodologies, and diversity of learners in schools are examined for application in classroom practice.

READ 5307. Literacy Assessment & Instructional Strategies Practicum I. 3 Hours.

This course provides an opportunity for an in-depth study of current approaches to assessment as a foundation for literacy instruction. In supervised experiences teachers will learn how to use a range of formal and informal assessment tools and methods to diagnose and assess reading and writing development, to guide instruction, and to involve the learner in self-assessment.
Prerequisite: READ 5306.

READ 5315. Language Arts: Theory and Instruction. 3 Hours.

This course provides theories and practices for teaching oral and written English, integrating the processes of reading, writing, listening, and speaking in classrooms, and the integration of language arts across the curriculum.

READ 5317. Politics of Literacy. 3 Hours.

Students examine literacy as a political issue from historical, social and theoretical perspectives. The role of advocacy in literacy instruction and policy is emphasized.

READ 5335. Cognition & Emergent Literacy. 3 Hours.

This course provides an opportunity to examine language, cognition, and pre-reading skills of young children. It enables the student to understand, develop, and evaluate language and reading programs for young children.

READ 5340. Practicum of Literacy Asmt & Instrumental Strat II-Secd Pops. 3 Hours.

Students study current approaches to assessment as a foundation for literacy instruction and intervention design for struggling readers and writers in grades 7-12 who might experience dyslexia and/or related disorders. Students learn how to use a range of formal and informal assessment tools and methods to diagnose and assess reading and writing development. This course has 50+ field experience hours with secondary students.
Prerequisite: READ 5307.

READ 6088. Special Topics in Reading. 1-3 Hours.

This course will provide the opportunity for relevant and timely workshops and independent research and study. Course Equivalents: READ 5320 .

READ 6089. Independent Studies in Reading. 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).
Prerequisite: Consent of Department Chair.

READ 6310. Administration and Supervision of Literacy Programs. 3 Hours.

This course examines the organization, development, implementation and improvement of reading and writing programs in public schools grade K through 12 at classroom, building and district levels.
Prerequisite: READ 5307 and/or co-enrolled in READ 5340.

READ 6320. Research and Literacy Leadership. 3 Hours.

This course provides a field internship for Reading Specialist candidates that focuses on reading and writing curriculum and instructional development, professional development of literacy teachers, and leadership in literacy assessment at the school and district levels. The internship provides students opportunities to apply the theories and principles of learning throughout the reading masters program. Candidates must be enrolled in their final semester of coursework for the reading masters degree; the candidate’s portfolio will be developed as part of this capstone course.
Prerequisite: READ 5307 and READ 5340.