Through clinical experiences, coursework, and job-embedded practice, the Literacy Specialist program with rank change in the College of Education?s Department of Curriculum and Instruction will prepare literacy professionals (e.g., literacy specialists, literacy coaches, Rank I or Rank II) to:

? Develop literacy content knowledge

? Apply theories and research appropriately to inform instruction and assessment

? Critically evaluate literacy methods, practices, and policies

? Pursue ongoing professional learning

? Apply knowledge of language and literacy development, and its typical degree of variation, to inform instruction and assessment

? Cultivate professional dispositions (e.g., value diversity, communicate effectively, demonstrate professional ethics, etc.)

? Demonstrate literacy leadership in varied contexts