Reading (RDG)

A grade of C or better is required for prerequisite courses. 

RDG 355  Linguistics for Educators  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
Focus on linguistics, the study of the English language, particularly the subtopics of phonology, orthography, morphology, semantics, syntax, and pragmatics.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: None.

RDG 360  Practicum  (1-3 V)  

As Needed.
Work with small groups and individual pupils in the public school preparing materials and lessons under the supervision of a reading teacher. Applies to both elementary and secondary schools depending upon the instructor's assignment.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Admission to School of Education.

RDG 410  Foundations of Teaching Reading I  3(3-0)  

Fall, Spring.
Centers on core principles and concepts of reading instruction, emphasizing phonological awareness, phonics, and fluency. Requires 20 hours of field experience.
Prerequisites: RDG 355.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Requires admission to the School of Education.

RDG 411  Teaching Writing  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
Explores pedagogical strategies for writing instruction in K-6 classrooms. Requires 20 hrs. fieldwork.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Admission to the School of Education required. Successful completion of RDG 355 and RDG 410 strongly recommended.

RDG 412  Foundations of Teaching Reading II  3(3-0)  

As Needed, Spring.
Centers on core principles and concepts of reading instruction, emphasizing vocabulary, comprehension, and the reading-writing connection. Requires 20 hours of field experience.
Prerequisites: RDG 355 and RDG 410.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Requires admission to the School of Education.

RDG 435  Disciplinary Literacy  4(3-2)  

As Needed.
Focuses on skills and strategies to help students read, write, speak, listen, and view as a professional within their discipline area. 60 hours of fieldwork required.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Admission to School of Education.

RDG 440  Introduction to SPED Literacy Instruction  3(3-0)  

Summer.
Employs evidence-based methodologies in literacy instruction, encompassing the five essential components of literacy, writing, and effective instructional practices.
Prerequisites: RDG 355.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Requires admission to the School of Education.

RDG 450  Intro to SPED Literacy Assessment & Intervention  3(3-0)  

Fall.
Examines specialized assessment techniques for evaluating reading and writing and providing intervention in special education contexts.
Prerequisites: RDG 440.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Requires admission to the School of Education.

RDG 491  Special Topics  (1-3 V)  

As Needed.
Special topics.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (30).

RDG 495  Independent Study  (1-3 V)  

As Needed.
Individual projects and problem-solving experiences designed to meet students' special needs. With instructor's permission, certain program requirements may be completed through independent study.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (30).

RDG 500  Professional Development in Reading & Literacy  0.5-3(0.5-3-0)  

As Needed.
Professional development for teachers in reading and literacy. Each has a subtitle describing the specific content. Does not count for M.Ed. credit.
Prerequisite: None.
Corequisite: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (99).

RDG 501  Graduate Topics in Reading  0.5-3(0.5-3-0)  

As Needed.
Graduate topics in reading. Each has a subtitle; no subtitle may be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Graduate standing. Counts for M.Ed. credit with approval of Program Director. Repeatable (99).

RDG 510  Advanced Teaching of Reading I  3(3-0)  

Fall, Spring.
Centers on advanced principles and concepts of reading instruction, emphasizing phonological awareness, phonics, and fluency. Requires field experience or own classroom.
Prerequisites: RDG 355 or RDG 555.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Requires admission to the School of Education.

RDG 511  Advanced Teaching of Writing  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
Examines advanced pedagogical strategies for enhancing writing instruction in K-6 classrooms. Requires field experience or own classroom.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Admission to the School of Education required. Successful completion of RDG 555 and RDG 510 strongly recommended.

RDG 512  Advanced Teaching Reading II  3(3-0)  

As Needed, Spring.
Centers on advanced principles and concepts of reading instruction, emphasizing vocabulary, comprehension, and the reading-writing connection. Requires field experience or own classroom.
Prerequisites: RDG 555 and RDG 510.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Requires admission to the School of Education.

RDG 535  Advanced Disciplinary Literacy  3(3-0)  

As Needed.
Focuses on advanced skills and strategies to help students read, write, speak, listen, and view as a professional within their discipline area. Field experience required.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Admission to School of Education or graduate status.

RDG 540  SPED Literacy Instruction  3(3-0)  

Summer.
Employs evidence-based methodologies in advanced literacy instruction, addressing the five essential components of literacy, writing, and effective instructional practices.
Prerequisites: RDG 555.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Requires admission to the School of Education.

RDG 550  SPED Literacy Assessment & Intervention  3(3-0)  

Fall.
Examines advanced and specialized assessment techniques for evaluating reading and writing and providing intervention in special education contexts.
Prerequisites: RDG 540.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Requires admission to the School of Education.

RDG 555  Advanced Linguistics for Educators  3(3-0)  

Fall, Spring.
Focus on linguistics, the study of the English language, particularly the subtopics of phonology, orthography, morphology, semantics, syntax, and pragmatics.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Admission to School of Education. Graduate standing.

RDG 560  Practicum  (1-12 V)  

As Needed.
Reading practicum in a setting appropriate for graduate level reading students.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (24).

RDG 591  Special Topics  (1-3 V)  

As Needed.
Special topics in reading.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Repeatable (30).

RDG 594  Field Experience  (1-12 V)  

As Needed.
Field experience in an educational setting related to reading and teaching reading.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Graduate standing. Repeatable (99).

RDG 595  Independent Study  (1-6 V)  

As Needed.
Independent Study.
Prerequisites: None.
Corequisites: None.
Registration Information: Graduate standing.