CI6133 - Strengthening Literacy

Credits: 3

This course prepares students to implement a school-wide and district-based leadership initiatives to improve a comprehensive range of literacy skills. Specific principles and theories of reading instruction are evaluated in relation to currently employed practice, so teachers and administrators can immediately strengthen instruction. Students examine the scientific research base underlying different models of reading instruction. Special attention is given to curriculum mapping, alignment, and the development of an implementation plan to strengthen literacy.