Learning Outcomes

Foundational Knowledge

Candidates interpret and synthesize theoretical and evidence-based foundational and historically shared knowledge of literacy and language and the ways in which they interrelate.

Curriculum and Instruction

Candidates design, select, adapt, teach, and evaluate evidence-based literacy curricula, supplemental, and intervention approaches, programs and materials that meet the needs of all learners; candidates collaborate with school and district personnel, coach, and/or facilitate efforts in selecting, designing, analyzing, implementing, and/or evaluating the school’s literacy curriculum, evidence-based instructional approaches, interventions, and supplemental programs to improve student learning.

Assessment

Candidates design, adapt, evaluate, and implement evidenced-based assessment tools; administer and interpret assessment data and collaborate with school and district personnel, assist, coach, and/or facilitate professional learning activities to foster the use of reliable and valid assessment and evaluation, to inform classroom and schoolwide decisions, instruction, and interventions.

Diversity and Equity

Candidates advocate for culturally responsive curriculum and instruction, and collaborate with school and district personnel, assist, coach, and/or facilitate professional learning activities in creating, analyzing, transforming, and implementing diverse culturally responsive learning experiences that link school, home, and community literacy knowledge.

Literacy Environment

Candidates create a positive literacy-rich environment and provide support to and coach teachers in developing a physical and social learning environment that integrates a variety of print and digital materials and digital technologies in appropriate, safe, and effective ways.

Leadership

Candidates use their knowledge of adult learning and leadership to facilitate various literacy initiatives, collaborate, coach, support teacher inquiry and reflectivity, and work with teachers and other school leaders to advocate on behalf of students, families, and communities for effective literacy programs, practices, and policies.

Practicum/Clinical Experiences

Candidates complete supervised, integrated, extended practica/clinical experiences that include intervention, collaboration, and coaching for instructional practices, curriculum design, professional development, or family/community–school partnerships.