Reading
This program is for licensed professionals who wish to obtain a degree in reading and who may wish to become reading specialists. The courses have been carefully designed to incorporate the latest information and research in assessing, diagnosing and remediating reading difficulties.
The reading concentration combines both research-based theory and effective practice for today's reading teacher. Gordon offers a comprehensive course schedule including human development, literature, multicultural education, special education, technology, and assessment. The professors provide meaningful opportunities in the field for research, reflection, assessment, and instruction. This program equips educators with the training and tools to provide quality, individualized literacy instruction. This concentration has also aided students in becoming certified Orton Gillingham tutors.
The reading program is offered for:
- Master of Arts in Teaching (36 credits)
- Licensure only (21 credits)
"I have learned why reading is difficult for some students and what can be done to help them learn to read. Through completing coursework at Gordon, I feel more confident as a classroom teacher of reading. As a result I have become more explicit in my reading group and phonics instruction.
Marisa Arens, Current grad student, Class of 2010, 2nd grade teacher
"At Gordon, there is a passion to do things correctly. The professors desire to equip teachers to follow accurate, researched based teaching methods. They have a desire to send teachers out into the workforce to make a difference among their colleagues and, most importantly, change the lives of the students. This passion helps teachers succeed throughout the grad program and feel motivated to apply what is being learned!"
Sara Doughty, 1st grade teacher, Current grad student