EDU 650 - Leadership for Literacy Professionals (including Professional Practicum)
Prerequisites:None This course addresses the basic responsibilities of the reading consultant/specialist. Topics include organization and supervision of reading and language arts programs; selection of instructional materials; evaluation of classroom instruction; planning and implementing staff development; working with teachers to organize and manage language arts classrooms; and consulting with various groups within the school community. Students are required to spend a minimum of 35 hours in an approved field experience working directly with a reading consultant.