APE/536
Introduction to the Science of Reading

Course level: Graduate

Christine O.

BSA

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Format
Online
Course length
6 weeks
Total credits
3 credits
Note
Take this course as part of a degree or certificate program.
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Format details

Online classes, always on, 24/7/365

Go to class any time of the day or night. If you have questions, call 866-354-1800 to speak with an Enrollment Representative.

This course focuses on the most current research, theory, methods, and instructional strategies related to the science of reading and structured literacy. This focus includes phonological awareness, systematic phonics and spelling, vocabulary and oral language, and text reading fluency, all leading to reading comprehension and literacy development. Effective literacy assessment, intervention strategies, and differentiation techniques are also explored.

Earn these career-relevant skills in weeks, not years.

Learning Strategies

Differentiate instructional strategies and interventions for teaching the science of reading components

Progress Reporting

Describe the assessment process and its role in instructional planning, diagnosis, progress monitoring, and remediation

Literacy

Explain the stages of reading development and components of research-based reading instruction