EDU511  Diagnosis and Remediation of Reading Difficulties  3 hours
This course focuses on principles of measurement and evaluation in reading. Formal and informal techniques used by the classroom teacher in assessing a child's reading potential is stressed. The five critical elements of reading instruction and research identified by the National Reading Panel are also stressed. Materials, programs, and techniques used to correct reading difficulties are presented. Corrective, remedial, and clinical approaches to the treatment of reading problems are emphasized.

EDU521 Reading in the Content Area  3 hours
This course focuses on a general study of strategies used in building and reinforcing reading skills in respective content areas of secondary grades.

EDU 525 Learning Theory and Principles  3 hours
This course will cover theories of learning and ways of implementing this body of knowledge in a school-wide counseling program and in assisting teachers in their professional responsibilities with students.