GE 6041 - Leading a Comprehensive Literacy Curriculum: Design and Implementation

This course is the first of 7 courses that comprise the University’s Reading Specialist Program. Designing a comprehensive literacy curriculum is critical to establishing the fundamental skills in reading and writing.   The course will begin with the research of the science of reading, the “Big Six” components of reading, and the underlying processes for reading, and progress into teaching and developing a comprehensive literacy model at all levels.  At the conclusion of the program, students will be able to lead the design and implementation of a research-based comprehensive literacy curriculum in their school.  This course is essential for any teacher who is responsible for reading and writing instruction including elementary teachers, special education teachers, literacy coaches, principals, curriculum directors, and other administrators.