Prof Lrng & Ldrshp in Literacy

Catalog description

This course offers an in-depth exploration of the role of literacy coaching and educational literacy leadership. Candidates will learn how to foster organizational change to promote a wide array of improvements, aiming to enhance the overall quality, equity, and effectiveness of their organization's literacy instruction. In this course, we will study the principles of adult learning theory, and how these principles support professional development in literacy education. Candidates will examine strategies for creating collaborative and culturally responsive learning communities that provide equitable access to literacy for all students. Key topics include identifying and reflecting on research-aligned reading research and practices and sharing them with diverse educational stakeholders. This course emphasizes effective literacy coaching practices and empowering participants to support teachers in implementing data-driven literacy instruction while promoting professional growth and systemic change within educational organizations.