Literacy and Reading Education, Department of

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Department Chair

Erica Bowers

Department Office/Website

College Park 570
657-278-3497
ed.fullerton.edu/reading

Faculty

Kathryn Bartle Angus, Brad A. Biggs, Erica Bowers, Kathryn Glasswell, JoAnne Greenbaum, Julian Jefferies, Catherine Maderazo, Rosario Ordonez-Jasis

Introduction

The Literacy and Reading Education Department offers state and nationally accredited graduate programs in Reading Education. Coursework and field experiences equip candidates to make informed decisions in a variety of leadership roles. Based on the professional dispositions targeted by the College of Education, the graduate programs are designed to prepare professionals who promote diversity, engage in collaborative endeavors, think critically, maintain professional and ethical standards, and value lifelong learning. The department also offers undergraduate courses, preparing students to make informed choices of the techniques, materials, strategies and approaches most appropriate for their academic, professional and personal needs.

Learning Goals and Student Learning Outcomes

The following goals and learning outcomes have been established for students
pursuing graduate programs in literacy and reading:

Knowledgeable and competent educators

• Demonstrate a strong foundation of knowledge
• Implement effective practice
• Use current technologies for teaching and learning

Reflective and responsive practitioners

• Advance just, equitable and inclusive education
• Make informed decisions
• Participate in collaborative endeavors
• Think critically and creatively

Committed and caring professionals

• Demonstrate leadership potential
• Maintain professional and ethical standards
• Engage in continuous improvement

Programs and Courses Offered

Programs

• Education, Literacy and Reading Concentration, M.S.

• Reading/Language Arts Specialist Credential

• Postsecondary Reading and Learning Certificate
• Reading Certificate (Added Authorization)

Courses

Courses are designated as READ in the class schedule.

• READ 201 - Literacy and Learning in the Digital Age (3)
• READ 202 - Vocabulary for Academic and Professional Success (3)
• READ 290 - Critical Reading, Thinking and Literacy (3)
• READ 340 - Promoting Early Language and Literacy Development in Diverse Children (3)
• READ 390 - Critical Literacies, Advocacy and Community Involvement (3)
• READ 480 - The Teaching of Reading (4)
• READ 501 - Assessment of Professional Competencies (1)
• READ 505 - Foundations of Postsecondary Reading and Learning (3)
• READ 507 - Literacy in the Academic Disciplines (3)
• READ 508 - Foundations of Literacy: Teaching and Learning (3)
• READ 511 - Research in Reading and Literacy Education (3)
• READ 514 - Linguistics and Literacy Education (3)
• READ 516 - Literacy Assessment and Analysis for Instruction (3)
• READ 520 - Technology in Reading (2)
• READ 536 - Literacy Curriculum: Design, Implementation and Evaluation (3)
• READ 560 - The Sociocultural Context of Language and Literacy for English Learners (3)
• READ 570 - Leadership in Reading/Language Arts Program Development (2)
• READ 581 - Strategic Interventions for Literacy Specialists: Practicum (5)
• READ 585 - Roles of the Literacy Leader/Specialist (3)
• READ 587 - Program Management in Postsecondary Reading and Learning (3)
• READ 595 - Advanced Studies (1)
• READ 597 - Project (1-3)
• READ 598 - Thesis (1-3)
• READ 599 - Independent Graduate Research (1-3)

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