RDG 439 - Issues and Trends in Literacy Education

Credit Hours: 3

Examines contemporary models for literacy learning and reading and traces the history and influences on the teaching of reading and reading practices relative to current issues and trends. Explores the effect of policies at the national, state, and local levels on staff and program development, text selection, and interpretation of student assessment for reading and language arts. Field experiences include an interview with a literacy specialist of K-12 administrator, attendance at school board meeting, professional development participation, and investigation of a literacy grant opportunity in partnership with a local school. Preferably taken after reading coursework.

Prerequisite: SOE admission and B- or better in EDU 321 or EDU 322
Minimum Grade Required C