Research on Beginning Literacy. Analysis of theories and research concerning the initial steps in young children s acquisition of reading and writing ability with emphasis on instruction. Seminar in Reading Studies. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 hours of credit. Selected topics in reading education and research for advanced M.Ed. and Ph.D. students.
Topics vary each semester.
Research in Elementary Writing. Research and theory in elementary writing and spelling development. Analysis of cognitive, developmental and pedagogical aspects of children s writing development. Issues in the Measurement of Reading Ability. Theory and practice in reading measurement.