The Graduate Reading Program is organized as a three-tiered and inter-related series of courses along pragmatic and conceptual lines.

We offer the following three options:

Reading Certificate
This is a 24-unit program designed to introduce students to basic theoretical models of reading and literacy as well as course work focused on (i.) foundational theory and research (ii.) cross-cultural theory and practice, (iii.) curriculum and instructional practices, and (iv.) assessment and intervention strategies.

Reading Language Arts Specialist Credential
This 48-unit program offers students the opportunity to explore theoretical foundations of reading and literacy in more depth and extends the study of (i.) foundational theory and research (ii.) cross-cultural theory and practice, (iii.) curriculum and instructional practices, and (iv.) assessment and intervention strategies. The Specialist Credential prepares students to take on a leadership role within school, community and district.

Masters Degree in Education: Reading Language Arts Option
This 48-unit degree is the most comprehensive of our programs. Students explore dimensions of (i.) foundational theory and research (ii.) cross-cultural theory and practice, (iii.) curriculum and instructional practices, and (iv.) assessment and intervention strategies. All students create a portfolio of professional work and undertake either comprehensive exams OR Masters Thesis/Project as a culminating synthesis of program elements.

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