Reading Endorsement #148 (K–8)

1.  A minimum of two years successful regular classroom (non-substitute) teaching experience is required for state licensure. You may apply to the program and begin coursework before this requirement for licensure is fulfilled.

2.  The following courses are required:

EDUC 519: Assessment and Treatment of Reading Difficulties K–8 (3 credits)

EDUC 542: Teaching the Art of Writing K–12 (3 credits)

EDUC 550: Children’s Literature K-8 (3 credits)

EDUC 568: Improving Oral Communication (2 credits)

EDUC 605: Inclusion of Students with Special Needs K–12 (3 credits)

EDUC 640: Balanced Literacy K–12 (3 credits)

EDUC 650: Content Reading and Study Strategies K–12 (3 credits)

EDUC 681: Emergent Literacy PK–3 (3 credits)

EDUC 683 (formerly 789): Practicum in Reading Disabilities (1 credit)

3.  Upon completion of the program the student is required to fill out a Special Recognition Award application. Please fill out the form and send it to the Iowa Office. This form is needed for transcripts to reflect a new endorsement.
 

Reading Endorsement #149  (5-12)

1.  A minimum of two years successful regular classroom (non-substitute) teaching experience is required for state licensure. You may apply to the program and begin coursework before this requirement for licensure is fulfilled.

2.  The following courses are required:

EDUC 518: Foundations of Reading (3 credits)
 

EDUC 520: Assessment and Treatment 5-12 (3 credits)
 

EDUC 542: Teaching the Art of Writing K-12 (3 credits) OR
 

EDUC 510: Teaching Secondary Writing
 

EDUC 551 Adolescent Literature 5-12 (3 credits)
 

EDUC 568: Improving Oral Communication K-12 (2 credits)
 

EDUC 605: Inclusion of Students with Special Needs K-12 (3 credits)
 

EDUC 640: Balanced Literacy in the Reading Program K-12 (3 credits)
 

EDUC 650: Content Reading and Study Strategies K-12 (3 credits)
 

EDUC 683 (formerly 789): Practicum in Reading Disabilities (1 credit)

3.  Upon completion of the program the student is required to fill out a Special Recognition Award application. Please fill out the form and send it to the Iowa Office. This form is needed for transcripts to reflect a new endorsement.