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This course will provides an advanced look at the reading concepts and strategies from part 1 and expand on that knowledge by looking at theoretical models of language development that promote literacy skills. As well, Candidates explore the application of relevant theories and assessment strategies into program development. Topics include: ·    Applying relevant theories of …

The purpose of this course is to extend the knowledge and skills from Part I and II, with a focus on leadership  in developing reading skills.  It further focuses on enhancing professional practice, extending and applying knowledge and skills in the curriculum leadership of reading programs. Topics in this course include: Professional leadership in the understanding of …

This course is for the professional development of teachers in reading education. A study of the cognitive and linguistic process involved in reading comprehension and word identification will serve as the basis for the examination of the developmental continuum in reading acquisition, development, and refinement. Application of basic principles to diagnostic classroom instruction will be …

This course, including its modular format, examines the reading process and the stages of reading development. Emphasis is on classroom instructional strategies for assessing growth and the development of reading competencies. Participants examine the importance of children/adolescent literature, both fiction and non-fiction and its relationship to literacy development. Participants will be involved in discussions and …