RDL 590 - Advanced Seminar in Reading/Language

The advanced seminar in reading/language must be included in the last nine hours of graduate study and prior to taking the comprehensive examination in reading. Topics include current trends in the teaching of reading, supervision and administration of reading programs, research in reading programs, assessment, research in reading and literacy, and evaluation of reading programs. Note: in order for a student to register for this course he or she must secure authorization from the program coordinator. The content of the course will be focused on special topics for reading educators. Activities, content and materials are related to the current Massachusetts curriculum frameworks for English Language Arts.

Credits: 3