RLD 606 Instruction and Staff Development in Reading and Language

This advanced course develops students’ abilities to interpret, critically examine, and evaluate recent scholarly and practitioner-based texts articulating reform in schools, literacy curriculum and instruction. Students examine contemporary theoretical and philosophical perspectives and arguments, as well as read and analyze relevant research, laying a foundation for deeper understanding of how literacy leaders can affect change within school settings. Pre-requisite(s): Admission to NCE Doctoral Studies. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 semester hours