RDG 560   Literacy Foundations (K-12) 3 credits

A survey of the historical and theoretical development of literacy education and the current research-based best practices in literacy instruction.

RDG 561   Literacy Essentials for K-5 3 credits

An examination of the research-based components of structured literacy instruction for the elementary classroom. (8-hour Elementary K-5 Clinical)

RDG 562   Literacy Essentials for Grades 6-8 3 credits

An examination of research-based literacy practices for preadolescent learners in grades 6-8. (8-hour Middle School/ Gr. 6-8 Clinical)

RDG 563   Literacy Essentials for Grades 9-12 3 credits

An examination of research-based literacy practices for adolescent learners in grades 9 through 12. (8-hour HS/ Gr. 9-12 Clinical)

RDG 564   Assessment, Evaluation, and Supervision in Literacy Programs (K-12) 3 credits

Administration and analysis of individual and group assessments and strategies for supervising literacy programs and communicating student progress. (6-hour Literacy Specialist shadowing/ 80 hour Final Clinical with a continuous group of students)