2 to 3 credits
Fall 2026 Lecture Upper Division
Given the needs of variety of needs of readers throughout the educational system, this class will focus on effective interventions from the primary grades through high school. Instructors will present a balance of theoretical and practitioner-oriented aspects of reading development and instruction. The course will also examine evidence-based science of reading approaches designed to ensure all students have access to effective, researched-based literacy instruction.
Learning Outcomes1Establish an understanding of P-12 science of reading principles and practices.
2Develop an understanding of effective Tier 1 and Tier 2 reading instruction.
3Understand how to implement Tier 1 and Tier 2 reading practices in a classroom.
4Establish an understanding of reading difficulties/disabilities.
5Extend knowledge of unique needs of struggling readers.
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