READ 9100 - Research in Reading Education

3 cr.

This course focuses on past and current research in reading, written language and spelling and in disabilities associated with each area. Theories, research and implications for reading instruction are addressed. Appropriate instruction based on research is determined. Students read studies that test all theories against on another at different points in time. Students develop an understanding of longitudinal studies, sampling procedures, research bias evaluating competing theories. Students report implications for teaching.

Prerequisite(s): Research in Education