Literacies of Families/Communities (EDRG 634)

Term: 2020-2021 Fall Term

Faculty

Dr. Jenny CressmanShow MyInfo popup for Dr. Jenny Cressman

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Mary Patricia StrattonShow MyInfo popup for Mary Patricia Stratton

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Schedule

Sat, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM (8/31/2020 - 12/19/2020) Location: W OLC NN

Description

This course will provide reading specialist candidates with a comprehensive background in the family, community, and cul-tural aspects that affect literacy acquisition from birth through high school. Emphasis will be placed on outreach to families and the forming of relationships that support student learners. Other topics will include: creating or supporting community literacy programs for children and adults; assessing family literacy programs; grant writing and funding; educational literacy policy; and literacy acquisition as it supports social justice, promotes social change, and builds strong communities. This course is required for reading specialist certification.